A Danish politician has accused the Minister for Immigration and Integration, Kaare Dybvad Bek, of hypocrisy regarding immigration policy, highlighting a significant increase in immigration from MENAPT countries under the current Social Democratic government, of which Dybvad is a part. The politician argues that while Dybvad criticizes Angela Merkel’s “Wir schaffen das” (We can do it) approach to the 2015 refugee crisis, his own policies are leading to a similar outcome.

According to the politician, immigration from MENAPT countries has risen by 124% since 2019. This increase directly contradicts Dybvad’s criticism of Merkel’s immigration policies, which he claims have led to slow integration and economic losses. The politician questions why Dybvad isn’t tightening immigration rules given the high costs associated with integrating immigrants.

Further fueling the criticism, the politician points to specific instances, such as Denmark’s decision to invite ISIS Islamists back from Syria and the granting of a residence permit to a pirate who attacked Danish ships, both of which occurred under the current government. The politician asserts these actions demonstrate a lack of consistency in Denmark’s immigration policy.

The politician emphasizes the need for a responsible government that takes control of border management, integration efforts, and the economic impact of migration. He concludes that Dybvad’s criticism of past immigration policies rings hollow as long as he fails to address the issues within his own policies. The politician urges Dybvad to acknowledge his own inconsistencies and to implement a more responsible immigration policy for Denmark.