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Critics Slam EU's Anti-Racism Strategy as Ineffective

1/21/2026

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The European Commission's updated Anti-Racism Strategy faces backlash for neglecting anti-immigrant rhetoric and structural racism.
Critics, including the European Network Against Racism (ENAR), say the plan recycles old approaches and lacks binding measures.
They urge a bold agenda to protect marginalized communities and confront the EU's role in perpetuating racism.
ENAR says meaningful change requires integrating anti-racism into all EU policies, especially regarding migration and policing.

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The European Commission's updated Anti-Racism Strategy faces backlash for neglecting anti-immigrant rhetoric and structural racism.
Critics, including the European Network Against Racism (ENAR), say the plan recycles old approaches and lacks binding measures.
They urge a bold agenda to protect marginalized communities and confront the EU's role in perpetuating racism.
ENAR says meaningful change requires integrating anti-racism into all EU policies, especially regarding migration and policing.