UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged £4 million to Italy to combat illegal migration by funding the 'Rome Process', aimed at reducing migrant journeys across the Mediterranean. This initiative follows his discussions with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who has successfully cut migrant arrivals by 62% through various bilateral agreements, including one with Albania for processing asylum claims. Starmer expressed interest in emulating Italy's model, emphasizing the need for a new approach to tackle the ongoing migrant crisis, particularly in the English Channel where recent tragedies have underscored the urgency. He plans to enhance cooperation on intelligence sharing and to address illicit financial flows related to human smuggling. Both leaders highlighted the importance of lessons learned from Italy's partnerships with Tunisia and Libya in managing migration flows. This collaboration reflects a shift in UK immigration strategy amidst mounting political pressure to address the crisis effectively.