Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder has called for a significant overhaul of Germany's asylum policies, arguing that the current system is outdated.

Söder, leader of the CSU, advocates for stricter border controls and the ability to reject asylum seekers who have passed through safe third countries.

He also suggests reducing the number of asylum applications to below 100,000 annually, citing cultural and logistical strains on Germany.

Söder's proposals include reforming the individual right to asylum and implementing return agreements with countries of origin.

His stance has sparked criticism from government parties, who accuse him of populism and undermining constitutional rights.

The debate comes amid heightened security concerns following a recent attack in Solingen.