A ministerial meeting hosted by Egypt on Wednesday called for urgent action to tackle the root causes of irregular migration.
The gathering brought together ministers and representatives from over 40 African and European nations, alongside officials from the EU, African Union, and UN.
The meeting’s final statement emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to ensure safe migration while combatting human trafficking.
It called for addressing the underlying causes of irregular migration, including conflict, economic instability, and climate change.
The statement also urged increased support for countries affected by migration, particularly vulnerable groups such as women and youth.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, who opened the meeting, highlighted the platform’s unique role in fostering political cooperation.
He stressed that the Khartoum Process encourages dialogue, knowledge sharing, and collaborative support in addressing migration challenges.
Abdelatty also noted that Egypt’s efforts in migration control have been effective, with no boats carrying illegal migrants departing from the Egyptian coast since 2016.
The Khartoum Process, which began in 2014 in Rome, serves as a platform for political cooperation between the Horn of Africa and Europe, focusing on sustainable migration management.
The meeting marks another step towards fostering regional cooperation and finding long-term solutions to migration challenges.