INTERPOL convened police chiefs from across the Middle East and North Africa to strengthen coordination against transnational organized crime and emerging security threats. Discussions centered on adopting the new INTERPOL Operational Task Force Model to support faster, more integrated action against criminal networks, including those involved in money laundering, illicit finance, drug trafficking, human trafficking and migrant smuggling. Delegates also reviewed cyber threats such as ransomware, crime-as-a-service, phishing, malware and online scams. The meeting highlighted the recent Operation Ramz, a 13-country cyber operation that resulted in 201 arrests, identified 382 additional suspects and distributed nearly 8,000 pieces of data and intelligence. Member countries concluded the meeting by proposing regional joint operations for 2027 against priority crime threats.
2026-09-02INTERPOL
INTERPOL advances MENA coordination through new operational task force model and 2027 joint operation proposals
INTERPOL brought together MENA police chiefs to advance regional coordination through its new Operational Task Force Model and develop joint operations for 2027. Delegates also reviewed Operation Ramz, a 13-country cyber operation that led to 201 arrests and identified 382 additional suspects.