In intervention in its plenary session European Parliament during topic discussion “Organized crime, a major threat to the internal security of the European Union and European citizens” the Freddy Beleris he emphasized that “organized crime is a constant threat that looms over our way of life, our economy and our security. But it’s also a constant reminder for all of us to become faster and more efficient. We must, however, become even more ruthless towards those who take advantage of human suffering, profit from the impoverishment of people and injure the social fabric of our Union”.
He also added that:
“However, we must become even more ruthless towards those who take advantage of human suffering, profit from the impoverishment of people and injure the social fabric of our Union.
Because, ladies and gentlemen, in every boat that tries to cross Europe’s borders with a cargo of human souls, in every new drug that overwhelms our countries, in every cyber attack against our internal security, the first thing that is tested is resolve and our values.
Values that EUROPOL and FRONTEX can preserve if we continue to strengthen them effectively. However, we should not have any illusions. These illegal activities are highly profitable. What we need to do as a Union is to follow the dark flow of money and shine the spotlight on the underworld.
My country has, in recent years, declared war on migrant smuggling networks. We guard Europe’s eastern borders with consistency and determination. In Greece we have faced many challenges, such as that of uncontrolled irregular immigration through open borders and that of the exploitation of immigrants from third countries.
That is why we know very well that impulsive, unilateral actions do not work. Solutions are needed that promote the fair sharing of responsibility, but also strengthen solidarity in the European family. The Migration and Asylum Pact moves in this direction and must be implemented.
Organized crime, unfortunately, has defense and survival mechanisms. It has cost us as Europe over 139 billion, with over 5,000 criminal groups operating on European territory.
We can no longer tolerate such groups acting uncontrollably at the expense of our citizens! It’s time to act decisively!”
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