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Statement by European Commissioner for Migration, Dimitris Avramopoulos and Minister of Interior of Spain, Jorge Fernández Díaz

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Dimitris AvramopoulosIn view of the latest tragedy in the Mediterranean, European Commissioner for Migration, Home Affairs and Citizenship, Dimitris Avramopoulos and Spain's Minister of the Interior Jorge Fernández Díaz, have decided to postpone their visit to Ceuta and Melilla in Spain.

Commissioner Avramopoulos (pictured) stated:

"The latest tragedy in the Mediterranean is a stark reminder that we need to take bold actions to deal with the growing migration crisis. Tomorrow, I will travel to Luxembourg to participate in the Foreign Affairs Council which will discuss migration in light of the recent events. My visit to Ceuta and Melilla remains one of my priorities and I expect that a new date will be set soon."

Minister of the Interior Jorge Fernández Díaz stated:

"I would like to express my deep sorrow for today's (19 April) tragedy in the Mediterranean. There is an urgent need take action and to respond effectively to this humanitarian crisis."

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