UAE and Ireland sign extradition treaties

Tuesday, 22 October 2024 05:31

By ARN News Centre

In a significant move to strengthen legal ties, the UAE and Ireland have signed two agreements in Abu Dhabi aimed at enhancing cooperation in extradition and legal assistance.

The agreements were formalised by UAE Minister of Justice, Abdullah bin Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi, and Ireland’s Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee.

Negotiations between the countries opened last year with the hopes of tackling organised crime and drug gangs.

Some sources said the treaty will allow the UAE to extradite members of the Irish Kinahan group, an organised crime group with members living in the UAE.

In early October, group member Sean McGovern was arrested by Dubai police after an Interpol Red Notice was issued. Several other leaders are thought to be in the UAE.

Irish and Emirati authorities have been cooperating in their investigations into the Kinahan Organised Crime network for a number of years.

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Minister Al Nuaimi commended the close relationship between the two nations, emphasising the importance of strengthening cooperation in areas such as anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing, drug trafficking, and organised crime.

He reiterated the UAE Ministry of Justice’s commitment to implementing the agreements and fostering ongoing collaboration with countries worldwide.

Minister McEntee expressed her pleasure at visiting Abu Dhabi and signing the agreements, noting the strong judicial cooperation that exists between the UAE and Ireland.

The agreements are expected to facilitate more effective legal processes and enhance the capacity of both nations to address complex legal issues collaboratively.

This development marks a significant step forward in the UAE's efforts to strengthen international partnerships in the judicial sector, paving the way for increased cooperation and mutual support in legal matters.

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