UAE Extradites Three Belgium-wanted Suspects in Organised Crime Case

The UAE has extradited three suspects wanted by Belgian authorities over allegations of money laundering, drug trafficking and involvement in transnational organised crime, in a move both countries said highlights their commitment to international judicial cooperation.

Abdullah Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi and Annelies Verlinden discussed the extraditions during a telephone call on Thursday.

The suspects, who were the subject of Interpol red notices, were handed over to Belgium in line with rulings issued by competent UAE courts and under the extradition treaty between the two countries.

Both ministers said the operation reflected a shared commitment to upholding the rule of law, strengthening international judicial cooperation and combating cross-border organised crime, particularly offences linked to money laundering and illicit drug trafficking.

Al Nuaimi reiterated the UAE’s commitment to deepening judicial cooperation with Belgium and other countries, stressing the importance of coordinated global efforts to tackle organised crime, dismantle money-laundering networks and bring financial criminals to justice.

Verlinden thanked the UAE authorities for their cooperation throughout the extradition process, describing it as a successful example of international collaboration against transnational organised crime.

The UAE has expanded cooperation with international law enforcement agencies in recent years as part of broader efforts to curb financial crime, drug trafficking and money laundering.

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