ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION, HUMAN SMUGGLING, AND TRAFFICKING

Abstract

The aim of this study is to demonstrate the relationship between illegal immigration, human smuggling and trafficking in human beings, and to highlight the seriousness of these crimes, particularly as they are perpetrated by organised crime syndicates that have characteristics that distinguish them from other crimes.

We have tried to address the concept of these crimes and then to discuss the relationship between them, clarifying the points of similarity and difference. We found that one of the main similarities is their common motivations and causes, including poverty, unemployment and social, economic and political conditions. Therefore, states must recognise the seriousness of these problems and work to mitigate these crimes.