Joint Strategies of the European Union vs. Divergent Transatlantic Trends in Strengthening Border Security

Abstract

In recent years, the concept of Integrated Border Management (IBM) has been developed to address the weak link in the border mechanism to provide facilities and security solutions – two issues vital to the functioning of modern societies. Pursuant to its specific needs, the European Union has set up its own IBM concept that aptly caters to the Union’s incomplete status and to the multitude of competent authorities, both at a national and European level.