Turkey's Migration Management Model Examined by the UK
Turkey's irregular migration combat and voluntary return practices were discussed during the British delegation's contacts in Ankara.
The practices developed by Turkey in irregular migration combat and voluntary return processes have been taken as an example by the United Kingdom. A British delegation held contacts in Ankara to examine the migration management model.
Contacts in Ankara
Turkey's practices in the field of combating irregular migration continue to attract the interest of European countries. In this context, a United Kingdom delegation held a series of contacts in Ankara to examine Turkey's migration management model.
Voluntary Return Processes
During the talks, the methods followed in the safe, voluntary, and dignified returns of Syrians were discussed. The receipt of applications, verification of identity and registration information, and the principle of voluntariness were examined in detail.
Presidency of Migration Management Model
The model developed by the Presidency of Migration Management covers the registration of migrants, border security, and voluntary return procedures being carried out together. These processes were conveyed to the UK side.
Interior Ministries Meeting
The interior ministries of Turkey and the United Kingdom came together in Ankara on October 13-14. During the meetings, it came to the agenda that the methods applied by Turkey could be evaluated in the United Kingdom's return processes.
Combat Against Smuggling Networks
The two countries aim to strengthen cooperation in combating criminal networks that organize irregular migration. Information is being shared about migrant smuggling routes and the methods of the organizations.
Joint Combat Against Crime
The talks also addressed the issues of combating the financing of terrorism, organized crime, cybercrimes, and money laundering. The parties agreed on the continuation of inter-institutional cooperation.