Nordic perspectives on the European asylum system

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The Nordic EU Member States are often viewed as having shared perspectives on European integration. However, significant differences in their agendas regarding specific policy areas have emerged, particularly concerning the common European asylum policy. The recent influx of refugees has highlighted a stark contrast between Sweden and Finland: Sweden has become a leading destination for asylum seekers, while Finland has adopted one of the most restrictive asylum and migration management regimes in Europe. These differences reflect the broader political divisions within the EU regarding asylum policy. The refugee crisis has intensified pressures on the EU, making this issue increasingly significant both nationally and at the European level. This volume explores the divergent Nordic perspectives on EU asylum policies through the contrasting case studies of Sweden and Finland. It examines why these neighboring countries, with similar economic and social welfare systems, have adopted such different approaches to the refugee crisis and asylum policy. Key actors' interests in national debates, the varying political strategies, and the challenges each country faces in shaping the Common European Asylum System are central to the discussion.