INTERPOL Washington Commemorates 100 Years of INTERPOL’s Work to Build a Safer World for All

Abstract

Aim: The aim of the study is to examine the past, present, and future role of international law enforcement cooperation through INTERPOL in combatting transnational crime.Methodology: The author of this study is the Director of INTERPOL Washington, who conducts a thorough review of the challenges the agency confronts in its efforts to advance homeland security and build a safer world for all.Findings: INTERPOL has made many advances and had many successes throughout the first 100 years of its existence. But the work is far from done. The world faces new and emerging threats from transnational criminal organisations that take nothing less than a lockstep approach between partners to keep our countries safe. The only way to effectively combat transnational crime is through international police partnerships.Value: This study should convey that now, more than ever, we must continue to work together to build strong partnerships, harness the power of ever-changing technology, and invest in our people to ensure that we can stay ahead of the growing number of threats that our countries and communities face every day.