UK-Bulgaria joint statement: enhancing cooperation against immigration crime

Joint statement between Bulgaria and the UK on enhancing cooperation in combatting and preventing organised immigration crime

The UK and Bulgaria have a long history of excellent relations, based on shared values and strong engagement on law enforcement cooperation.

The joint statement details the UK’s and Bulgaria’s shared intention to deepen cooperation with an aim to:

• strengthen security
• reduce organised immigration crime
• prevent loss of life
• reduce pressure on migration and asylum systems in Bulgaria, the UK, and Europe more broadly

As this document is a joint statement, it is not legally binding and does not create or confer rights, privileges or benefits or create legal commitments or obligations on the participants or any person or party, private or public, including commitments under international law.