Starmer & Al-Sharaa: New UK-Syria Ties for Migration Solutions

0:00It's March 31st. You're listening to Global News today, AI-powered Global Coverage. British Prime Minister Keer Starmer sat down with Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharah in London on March 31st. They focused on migration issues, boosting cooperation on returns, border security and dismantling people smuggling rings. Starmer praised Syria's moves against the Islamic State Group and the solid progress in UK Syria counterterrorism work. For the UK, these talks hit home amid ongoing struggles with illegal crossings and gang networks exploiting vulnerable people. Building these ties could mean fewer risks and smoother handling of returns down the line. The leaders also tackled broader regional stability and economic hurdles that fuel migration pressures. All this points to a fresh push in relations, with both sides eyeing long-term winds on security and beyond.