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Border strategy [Strategia di confine]
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| category | Other |
| subject | Political / Social |
| tags | |
| base | 15 cm |
| height | 20 cm |
| depth | 15 cm |
| year | 2021 |
Italy, 2021
Blue screen print on set of 2 PVC armrests
Each armrest: 20 x 15 x 15 cm
Box: 19 x 12 x 4 cm
Edition of 27
“For the first time in history, the European Union has its own uniformed service – the European Border and Coast Guard standing corps. Trained by the best and equipped with the latest that technology has to offer, Frontex border and coast guards are ready for challenges at the borders, helping to ensure the proper functioning of Europe’s Schengen Area. This includes support in migration management, fighting cross-border crime and return activities, as well as supporting national authorities in making the crossing of the border safe and smooth for all travellers. They can work at the borders of EU Member States and currently support operations in countries such as Italy, Greece, Spain and Bulgaria.“
This is a statement from the Frontex website. Frontex affirms to have 24/7 Europe-wide view of border control and migration management. It is significant that humanitarian support is not among Frontex’ stated tasks. Referring to the lack of initiative on the Southern front, this work ironically present a pair of swimming armrests branded with the Agency’s logo.
Blue screen print on set of 2 PVC armrests
Each armrest: 20 x 15 x 15 cm
Box: 19 x 12 x 4 cm
Edition of 27
“For the first time in history, the European Union has its own uniformed service – the European Border and Coast Guard standing corps. Trained by the best and equipped with the latest that technology has to offer, Frontex border and coast guards are ready for challenges at the borders, helping to ensure the proper functioning of Europe’s Schengen Area. This includes support in migration management, fighting cross-border crime and return activities, as well as supporting national authorities in making the crossing of the border safe and smooth for all travellers. They can work at the borders of EU Member States and currently support operations in countries such as Italy, Greece, Spain and Bulgaria.“
This is a statement from the Frontex website. Frontex affirms to have 24/7 Europe-wide view of border control and migration management. It is significant that humanitarian support is not among Frontex’ stated tasks. Referring to the lack of initiative on the Southern front, this work ironically present a pair of swimming armrests branded with the Agency’s logo.
