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Belgian PM Urges U.S. Help to Combat Drug Smuggling

9/11/2025

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Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever requested U.S. support against transnational drug smuggling during his visit to Antwerp with U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
He praised the Trump administration's efforts against Caribbean drug trafficking and called for stronger U.S.-Europe cooperation to combat organized crime.
Antwerp, Europe's drug trafficking hub, saw 116 tons of cocaine seized in 2023, contributing to a record 419 metric tons in Europe.
Both nations are experiencing increased drug-related violence, highlighting the need for collaboration.
De Wever stressed the importance of data sharing and security cooperation.

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Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever requested U.S. support against transnational drug smuggling during his visit to Antwerp with U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
He praised the Trump administration's efforts against Caribbean drug trafficking and called for stronger U.S.-Europe cooperation to combat organized crime.
Antwerp, Europe's drug trafficking hub, saw 116 tons of cocaine seized in 2023, contributing to a record 419 metric tons in Europe.
Both nations are experiencing increased drug-related violence, highlighting the need for collaboration.
De Wever stressed the importance of data sharing and security cooperation.