UAE refers accused to trial after concluding probe into Sudan-bound arms smuggling attempt

UAE has referred accused to the judicial authorities after they concluded investigations into the foiled attempt to illegally smuggle a military equipment shipment to the Port Sudan Authority.

The country reaffirmed its commitment to preventing attempts to misuse its territories, ports, or airspace for illicit activities, including attempts to smuggle weapons to any of the warring parties in Sudan’s civil war, or to other conflict zones.

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The country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mofa) underscored the UAE’s firm position against illicit arms trafficking and its commitment to combating transnational organised crime.

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The ministry also underscored its steadfast approach in applying the highest standards of oversight and compliance with national laws and relevant international laws to strengthen security and stability at both the regional and international levels.

The UAE will continue to work closely with its regional and international partners to strengthen cooperation and information-sharing, to actively prevent illicit activities that undermine regional security and stability.