Yvette Cooper emphasized the need for global cooperation against organized immigration crime, stating, "The increasingly global nature of organised immigration crime means that even countries that are thousands of miles apart must work more closely together." She highlighted that criminals operate across borders, necessitating law enforcement to do the same. The UK aims to strengthen its collaboration with Iraq to effectively combat people smuggling amidst growing organized crime.
During a visit to Iraq, Cooper announced a significant security pact that includes funding of up to 300,000 pounds for Iraqi law enforcement training focused on border security, saying, "This operational package is the biggest to tackle serious organized crime and people smuggling between the two countries ever, and it underscores our commitment to tackling these crimes together."
Cooper remarked on the role of public awareness, explaining that the UK plans to implement a communications campaign to counter misinformation spread by people-smugglers. She stated, "We will counter the myths that criminals are using to exploit the vulnerable, ensuring that information is accurate and helps potential migrants make informed decisions."
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