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Greece-Turkey Coast Guard Cooperation
Greek and Turkish coast guard officers met on Chios to improve cooperation on irregular migration and crime.
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- Who participated in the meeting from both sides?
- Eleven officers from each side participated, including representatives from coast guard headquarters and regional authorities along the Aegean Sea. The agreement allows for immediate communication between local authorities, expediting responses to incidents.
- Were there any topics excluded from the discussion?
- Topics excluded from the discussions included past accusations of border violations and migrant pushbacks. The increased migratory flow in the Eastern Aegean spurred the need for enhanced cooperation between the two countries.
- What was the outcome of the bilateral meeting between the coast guards?
- The meeting resulted in the establishment of a direct communication line between local coast guard authorities, allowing for immediate collaboration on managing irregular migration and combating criminal networks. This direct line was established after 5 years of no direct communication.
- Why is the result of the meeting considered positive by the Greek Coast Guard?
- The positive assessment stems from the re-establishment of direct communication between local coast guard authorities after a five-year lapse. This direct communication line will improve collaboration on managing irregular migration and combating related criminal activities.
- What was the main purpose of the meeting between Greek and Turkish coast guard officers?
- A bilateral meeting between Greek and Turkish coast guard officers took place on Chios island after being postponed due to strained relations. The meeting, held in a positive atmosphere, focused on technical and operational matters related to irregular migration and tackling criminal networks.