"We show enough solidarity. We allocate people, finances, we will participate in the protection of the external borders of the European Union. However, nobody can force us to accept migrants in Slovakia," Fico said speaking on the Czech television.
In recent months, Europe has faced an enormous influx of migrants fleeing war and poverty in the Middle East and Africa. EU border agency Frontex recorded over 1.83 million illegal border crossings into the European Union in 2015.
The Slovak prime minister pointed out that Austria's decision to close its borders may seriously affect neighboring countries.
"Austria after its at first refugee welcoming policy today is closing the borders and intends to keep doing it. Therefore, it is very likely that migrants will move to the north, using the route through Hungary, Slovakia and the Czech Republic to reach Germany. In this case we have prepared the corresponding measures," Fico said.
In February, Austria placed daily limits on a number of people entering their territory and number of asylum applications.
In recent months, Europe has faced an enormous influx of migrants fleeing war and poverty in the Middle East and Africa. EU border agency Frontex recorded over 1.83 million illegal border crossings into the European Union in 2015.
