In a heated parliamentary debate on November 11, 2025, social partner senators expressed significant concerns over the recently signed Third Country Agreement. The primary issue raised was the lack of proper consultation with stakeholders before the agreement was finalized. Labour Senator Glenfield Dennison emphasized that decisions of such magnitude should not be rushed and must involve comprehensive input from all relevant parties. Dennison firmly rejected any attempts to frame his stance on the agreement as a reflection of his commitment to the rule of law or human rights, asserting that the agreement is far from a simple transaction between allies. Business Senator Kevin Herrera echoed these sentiments, highlighting the pressure to address immigration challenges that could undermine national sovereignty. Herrera argued that the agreement risks turning the country into a logistical hub for U.S. asylum issues, neglecting the nation’s own security and social welfare needs. He called for a referendum to allow citizens to decide on such critical matters. The debate concluded with the motion being referred to the Constitution and Foreign Affairs Committee for further review.