Switzerland Faces Rising People Smuggling Threat

Federal Police report shows Switzerland increasingly targeted by organized crime networks for people smuggling, with 54 smuggling networks currently operating in Europe.

Key Takeaways

Switzerland is increasingly being targeted by organized crime networks for people smuggling
54 smuggling networks are currently operating in Europe
Switzerland is closely involved in EU efforts against smuggling as a Schengen member

By The Numbers

Active smuggling networks in Europe

hundreds to thousands

Cost range in Swiss francs for smuggling operations

They Said

"International crises and increasing migration flows are driving the activities of people smugglers"
— Federal Office of Police (Fedpol)

Rising Threat of People Smuggling

Current Situation in Europe

Swiss Response and International Cooperation

Impact and Challenges

Sources & References

Switzerland increasingly a target for people smuggling and trafficking

SWI swissinfo.ch

Key Takeaways

Switzerland is increasingly being targeted by organized crime networks for people smuggling
54 smuggling networks are currently operating in Europe
Switzerland is closely involved in EU efforts against smuggling as a Schengen member

By The Numbers

Active smuggling networks in Europe

hundreds to thousands

Cost range in Swiss francs for smuggling operations

They Said

"International crises and increasing migration flows are driving the activities of people smugglers"
— Federal Office of Police (Fedpol)

Key Takeaways

By The Numbers

They Said

Rising Threat of People Smuggling

Current Situation in Europe

Swiss Response and International Cooperation

Impact and Challenges

Sources & References

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