Bangladesh, UAE To Strengthen Cooperation Against Visa Fraud, Human Trafficking

(MENAFN- Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka: Bangladesh and the United Arab Emirates have discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation to prevent visa fraud and human trafficking and ensure the security of Bangladeshi expatriates working in the Gulf country.

The issues were discussed during a meeting between Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md. Ali Hossain Fakir and UAE Ambassador to Bangladesh Abdulla Ali AlHmoudi at the Police Headquarters on November 12, said a release from the law enforcement body.

During the meeting, the ambassador emphasized strengthening the friendly relations between the two countries and enhancing bilateral cooperation between their police and security agencies.

Both sides discussed ways to work together to combat human trafficking and visa-related fraud, as well as ensure the safety and security of Bangladeshi nationals employed in the UAE, according to a press release.

The meeting also focused on cooperation in preventing money laundering, tackling cybercrime, digital forensic investigations, and developing artificial intelligence-based smart policing systems.

The two sides also stressed the importance of cooperation in police training and capacity building.

The IGP expressed Bangladesh's commitment to working jointly with the UAE to combat transnational crimes and protect the interests and security of Bangladeshi expatriates.

Senior police officials were also present at the meeting.

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