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The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) is an organization that brings together police services to combat crime at the global level through the use of secure databases, investigative support, and training. Its headquarters are located in Lyon, France, and its work is carried out through a network of National Central Bureaus (NCBs) in each member country. Currently, INTERPOL comprises 196 member states, where cooperation occurs in accordance with national legislation and with full respect for state sovereignty.

It operates in a way that enables police forces worldwide to cooperate effectively in addressing terrorism, cybercrime, and organized crime, responding to challenges posed by offenses that increasingly cross both physical and virtual borders.
The organization provides law enforcement agencies with a high-tech infrastructure for technical and operational support, covering virtually all types of crime, including crimes against humanity, child sexual exploitation, illicit drug production and trafficking, political corruption, and violations of intellectual property rights.

INTERPOL is an intergovernmental organization that operates within a comprehensive legal framework defined by its Constitution and the principles of international law. It is not a law enforcement authority in itself, but rather a global platform for police cooperation and the exchange of information.

Agenda Topics

Topic A: Combating Global Terrorism through International Cooperation

Global terrorism is an issue that continues to affect many countries around the world. It refers to violent actions carried out by non-state groups in order to achieve political, ideological, or religious goals. This topic is especially important today because terrorism has become more international in nature. Modern technology, open borders, and online platforms allow terrorist groups to recruit members, spread propaganda, and plan attacks across different countries.

No state can deal with terrorism on its own. Terrorist networks often operate across borders, which makes it difficult for national authorities to track them. At the same time, countries face challenges such as limited information-sharing, different legal systems, and concerns about national sovereignty. There are also ongoing debates about how far governments should go in the name of security without violating human rights and fundamental freedoms.

Internationally, terrorism threatens global peace, stability, and development. It can weaken institutions, harm economies, and increase fear among populations.

Topic B: Strengthening Law Enforcement Networks to Fight Transnational Crime​

International crimes exist as a widespread phenomenon, where crimes are perpetrated by transnational groups that take advantage of the weaknesses that exist in the domestic law enforcement frameworks in different nations.

One of the important roles that INTERPOL plays in facilitating this cooperation is evident in its ability to bring together law enforcement organizations from 196 countries through a common forum. Improved communication, cooperation, and the sharing of important information are essential in dismantling organized worldwide crime groups. Its various databases, such as the Criminal Database or the Stolen Motor Vehicle Database, enable the police to exchange immediate information on suspects, criminals, or stolen goods. Joint task forces and worldwide operation endeavors are also made more productive by such networks, thus efficiently targeting crime groups that work on a global basis.

Moreover, the development of specialized training courses and the expertise of law enforcement officials in forensics, cybercrime, and intelligence can improve law enforcement agencies’ responses to complex crimes committed by criminals. In this way, law enforcement agencies worldwide can collaborate to hinder the activities of criminals and enhance global security.