The Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates have forged new partnerships to enhance cooperation between their respective police forces in the ongoing battle against organized crime.

These agreements prioritize the disruptive impact of money laundering and underground banking on society, as stated by Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius of Justice and Security after discussions with the UAE's Minister of Interior, His Highness Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Effective as of August 1, the Netherlands and the UAE have put into action treaties on legal assistance and extradition. In a recent meeting, the Dutch Justice Minister and UAE Interior Minister explored strategies for the practical implementation of these treaties. Their aim is to enable swift responses to requests between the two countries' police forces.

"This is a fight against criminal entities that threaten our society through intimidation and violence, while also attempting to corrupt our legitimate economy with illegally acquired assets," stated Yeşilgöz-Zegerius. "Only through increased collaboration with other nations can we effectively combat internationally operating criminal networks."

These agreements are centered on deepening cooperation between the police services of the Netherlands and the UAE. In the coming period, the governments and police forces will work on ways for the police to leverage each other's expertise. By sharing knowledge and working together, both countries' police forces can promptly identify and address illegal activities.

"With the agreements we have established, we can persistently disrupt criminal power structures and their underground banking networks," added Yeşilgöz-Zegerius. Photo by Katzenmeier, Wikimedia commons.