"We are familiar with this problem in Spain. In Spain, more than 10 percent of working population are foreigners, and that's not taking into account those with dual citizenship. These people are integrated into the society and contribute to the development of our country, as well as their own development," Rajoy said, adding that Spain could offer a plan to solve the massive migration to Europe.
According to the prime minister, who was speaking at a joint press conference with his British counterpart David Cameron following bilateral talks, Europe "is facing the biggest challenge in recent years."
"The priority is to save lives and to prevent the tragedies, such as those that are taking place now. Europe needs a joint asylum policy," Rajoy stated.
He noted that it was also necessary to develop a program for the deportation of immigrants, similar to those that exist between a number of EU countries.
Europe is experiencing a massive migration crisis, as thousands of refugees attempt to cross into the bloc, fleeing violence and poverty in their home countries.
According to the European Union's external border protection agency, Frontex, the overall number of refugees detected at EU borders between January and July stands at 340,000, which is three times higher than during the same period in the previous year.
