The new Austrian government says it has decided to immediately stop family reunion procedures for migrants because the country is no longer able to absorb newcomers adequately.

The new Austrian government has temporarily halted family reunifications for asylum seekers, citing national security concerns due to an overwhelming influx of people. Critics view the move as a human rights violation.

The new Austrian government ordered an immediate halt to family reunifications for asylum claimants on Wednesday as it seeks to address widespread concern about immigration that has stoked support for the far-right.

Chancellor Christian Stocker signs papers during the swearing-in ceremony of the Federal Government in the presidential office at the Hofburg Palace, in Vienna, Austria.