The first joint operation between Cyprus and Germany for the return of Pakistani nationals illegally residing in the Republic of Cyprus was successfully carried out yesterday, with the decisive contribution of FRONTEX.
With the cooperation of the Ministry of Interior and the Aliens and Immigration Service of the Police, Cyprus participated in this first joint operation to Pakistan, in which a small number of nationals of the country were repatriated.
Cyprus' participation, which is considered to be of exceptional importance and which creates prospects for further returns, was the result of a recent agreement between the Minister of Interior Mr. Nikos Nouri and his German counterpart and with the contribution of the German Ambassador to Cyprus.
It is noted that Cyprus has already entered into agreements with a number of other European States, such as France and Belgium, with a view to conducting joint return operations, with a focus on sub-Saharan African countries.
(EFYs)
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