Sri Lanka Calls for Enhanced Cooperation Against Human Trafficking and Cyber Scams

COLOMBO (News 1st); Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, E. A. S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, held discussions with David Scott, Co-Manager – Australia, Regional Support Office of Bali Process (RSO), and senior officials of the Bali Process on People Smuggling, Trafficking in Persons, and Related Transnational Crime. 

The talks focused on enhancing cooperation to address issues of irregular migration, people smuggling, human trafficking, and the ongoing cyber scam crisis in the Southeast Asia region.

Ambassador Edirisinghe emphasized the urgency of strengthening regional engagement and joint efforts to effectively combat these challenges. She highlighted the growing threat posed by cyber scam centers and cross-border criminal networks, calling for a unified and coordinated response from Bali Process members.

David Scott provided an overview of ongoing operations and activities in the region, noting the close collaboration between the Bali Process and Sri Lanka on key initiatives.

The Ambassador expressed gratitude for this partnership and called for further technical expertise, intelligence sharing, and capacity-building support to address emerging threats. 

She stressed the importance of collective commitment from all member states and partner organizations to tackle these pressing issues effectively.

Sri Lanka reaffirmed its dedication to working alongside the Bali Process and its members to develop comprehensive strategies and innovative solutions to counter irregular migration, people smuggling, and human trafficking, while fostering a safer and more secure region for all.