On Thursday, June 29, Sunak expressed his strong disagreement with the court’s decision, asserting that the Rwandan government has provided sufficient assurances to guarantee the safety of relocated asylum seekers.

He also emphasized that the High Court had previously deemed the deportation agreement lawful and that the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has established a refugee scheme for Libyan refugees in Rwanda.

Sunak further announced the government’s intention to appeal the Court of Appeal’s ruling at the Supreme Court, stating that he will do whatever is necessary to ensure that the partnership with Rwanda proceeds as planned.

He argued that it is the responsibility of the UK government, not criminal organizations, to determine who enters the country. The original agreement was designed to facilitate the transfer of migrants and asylum seekers who are residing illegally in the UK to Rwanda.

The initiative was hailed as a groundbreaking effort aimed at promoting the dignity and empowerment of migrants.

While acknowledging that the final decision rests with the UK’s judicial system, Yolande Makolo, a spokesperson for the Rwandan government, expressed dissatisfaction with the court’s ruling regarding Rwanda’s safety for asylum seekers and refugees.

Makolo emphasized that Rwanda has made significant contributions in addressing the global migration crisis and has created a secure and dignified environment for migrants and refugees, where they enjoy equal rights and opportunities. She reiterated Rwanda’s commitment to making the partnership work.

UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak has defended the plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda.