Threats arising from international crisis scenarios and the associated risk of increased violence fueled by radicalization phenomena, as well as security in the cyber dimension, were central themes on the first day of the G7 Interior Ministers’ Meeting, chaired by President Mirabella. Ecrano by the owner of Viminale Matteo Piantedosi in the province of Avellino. The discussions that began this morning showed complete agreement on the need to strengthen a common strategy to prevent potential acts of violence against the backdrop of the conflict in the Middle East and Ukraine. In this regard, particular attention was paid to the exchange of information to thwart potential security threats at an early stage, including online threats related to both radicalization processes and disinformation.
The talks were attended by representatives of seven major industrialized countries (Canada, France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States and Italy), European Commission Vice-President Margaritis Schinas, and the Minister of the Interior. In addition to Ylva Johansson, representatives from international organizations such as Interpol also participated. Ihor Klimenko, Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, also had the opportunity to address the conference via live link, providing an overview of the situation in Ukraine and the measures adopted to reduce the risk that the ongoing conflict becomes favorable to the intervention of criminal groups. I explained. Illegal trade begins with arms trafficking.
In his opening speech, Piantedosi said that conflict zones in Ukraine and the Middle East are “contributing to polarization in society, increasing the risk of some people harboring violent and extremist ideologies and committing acts of terrorism.” “There is,” he said. Therefore, the interior minister emphasized, “We cannot afford to be caught if we are not prepared.” “We must improve our ability to prevent and effectively respond to these threats,” Piantedosi said. In this regard, G7 interior ministers are required to “counter the numerous threats to democratic values every day.” “We have a responsibility to ensure the safety of our fellow citizens, which is an essential condition for the full development of individual and societal rights. I am confident that we can share the best strategy to establish ourselves as a reference point in the international community,” Piantedosi told his counterpart. According to the interior minister, the G7 ministerial meeting at Mirabella Ecrano can therefore contribute to “strengthening a common vision at such a sensitive time from a historical and geopolitical perspective.”
Today’s meeting of G7 home ministers also specifically addressed the topic of security in the online world, both in terms of the criminal phenomenon that exists on the web and in terms of protecting users, especially the most vulnerable. In this thematic area, there was a particular focus on new frontiers in financial investigations to combat the misuse of cryptocurrencies, where Italy boasts, as Piantedosi said, “cutting-edge expertise”. According to EU Commission Vice-President Schinas, “legislation needs to be strengthened” regarding cybersecurity. “Wars start online before they start on the ground. This is something we need to address. We are working with our G7 partners to ensure the internet is a place where the rules are respected. “This is a great opportunity for Europe to reaffirm our commitment. We are here to defend rules-based multilateralism.” said.
The final stage of discussions and discussions on the first day of the G7 Ministerial Meeting was dedicated to preventing the proliferation of synthetic drugs, especially fentanyl, and combating its spread. Piantedosi stressed the importance of action to “prevent continued victimization from the abuse of these substances.” To conclude today’s discussions, a working dinner will be scheduled with the participation of Roberto Viola, Director General for European Digital Policy, focusing on the analysis of risks and opportunities in various application areas of artificial intelligence (AI). Ta. Anna Makanju, committee chair and vice president of Open AI, said: A traditional family photo taken at Villa Orsini, a 7th-century mansion in Mirabella Ecrano, which is hosting the conference, sealed the common intentions of G3 interior ministers and EU representatives.
The ministerial meeting will conclude tomorrow with Piantedosi’s final press conference, after a session dedicated to migration issues attended by the delegations of Libya, Algeria and Tunisia, as well as representatives of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the United Nations. Office of the National High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). As expected by the Home Secretary, the debate will focus specifically on “the heinous international crime of migrant trafficking, with a geographic focus on West Africa and sub-Saharan Africa.” Piantedosi added that G7 interior ministers and representatives of the European Union will “focus on the adoption of an anti-smuggling action plan to fulfill the mandate received by leaders at the summit.” Puglia was last June. ”
Meanwhile, on the issue of irregular migration, European Commission Vice-President Schinas stressed that the EU is “encouraged by the results achieved so far on the Central Mediterranean Route.” “We are called upon to work towards a collective response, together with our partners, friends and international organizations in the G7 format. We will continue to work with countries of origin and transit to build win-win partnerships that help create better conditions for migrants,” Schinas said, calling for “perpetuation” of migration. I want it. collaboration. European Home Affairs Commissioner Ylva Johansson stressed that no one can fight criminal organizations alone. “I believe that working closely with our partners is paramount to effectively combating organized crime groups that are responsible for human trafficking, migrant trafficking, drug trafficking, violence and corruption,” Johansson said. , “reiterated the need to cooperate.” ”.
In the first nine months of 2024, 30,147 illegal migrants, or about 56 percent of the total, arrived in Italy by sea from Libya, compared with 15,931 from Tunisia, according to Interior Ministry data. It is worth remembering that (about 30%). A further 2,662 people arrived from Türkiye and 951 from Algeria. The route from Libya therefore accounts for the majority of the migration panorama in 2024, although it has decreased by 17,81% compared to the 36,680 people landed in the same period in 2023. Meanwhile, the number of arrivals from Tunisia decreased by 82,52 percent from 91,145 people. 15.931 from 2023 to 2024.
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