he Dutch coalition government, led by Geert Wilders’ far-right Freedom Party (PVV), is exploring a controversial plan to send rejected African asylum seekers to Uganda. Opposition politicians have already criticized the proposal, calling it “totally unfeasible.”
During a recent trip to Uganda, Dutch Minister for Trade and Development, Reinette Klever, indicated that the cabinet is considering the idea, and that Uganda was “not averse” to it, as reported by the Dutch public broadcaster NOS on Wednesday. Klever provided few details, leaving uncertainty about the legality or practicality of the plan. The proposal involves Uganda receiving asylum seekers rejected by the Netherlands and possibly from nearby countries, though the exact nations haven’t been identified. In return, Uganda would receive financial compensation.
