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EU to delay pre-authorised travel system after border chaos - Financial Times

EU to delay pre-authorised travel system after border chaos - Financial Times
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The European Union has decided to delay the rollout of its pre-authorised travel system after initial trials revealed severe bottlenecks at border crossings. The decision comes amid concerns about operational disruptions when the system goes live.

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