Cleverly hails 'impressive' French efforts on illegal migration at Paris meeting

The transcript discusses the UK-France Channel policing deal aimed at disrupting people smuggling operations. It highlights a 36% reduction in small boat crossings and the prevention of 26,000 attempted crossings due to joint efforts. The speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong working relationship with French authorities to ensure border security for both nations.

What is the significance of the 16,000 fewer people making it across the Channel?

What does the speaker express a desire to continue regarding the relationship with the French authorities?