EU Commission to Hold Talks on Border System to Avoid Summer Travel Delays

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The European Commission will hold new talks with EU member states to address potential delays caused by the Entry/Exit System (EES) for summer travelers.
The system, which requires biometric data for non-EU citizens, has faced technical issues and long queues, prompting concerns from airlines and trade groups.

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The European Commission will hold new talks with EU member states to address potential delays caused by the Entry/Exit System (EES) for summer travelers. The system, which requires biometric data for non-EU citizens, has faced technical issues and long queues, prompting concerns from airlines and trade groups.

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