Important Facts For Prelims
91st Interpol General Assembly
- 08 Dec 2023
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Recently, the Indian delegation, led by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and National Investigation Agency (NIA), urged member countries to deny safe havens to crime, criminals, and the proceeds of crime at the 91st Interpol General Assembly held in Vienna, Austria.
- Criminals and fugitives wanted by Indian agencies have been successfully returned through increased leveraging of Interpol channels and enhanced relationships with international law enforcement agencies.
What are the Key Highlights of the 91st Interpol General Assembly?
- During the 91st Interpol General Assembly, resolutions were passed to strengthen the collaborative response to disrupt financial crime and corruption, combat online child sexual exploitation, and promote diversity within Interpol itself.
- The delegation engaged in discussions with law enforcement agencies from various countries on coordinated strategies to combat organized crime, terrorism, drug trafficking, money laundering, online radicalization, and cyber-enabled financial crimes.
- They also advocated for real-time prevention of these crimes.
- The delegation supported the adoption of Interpol's Vision 2030 and the establishment of the Interpol Future Council.
What is CBI?
- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is the premier investigating police agency in India.
- It provides assistance to the Central Vigilance Commission and Lokpal.
- It functions under the superintendence of the Department of Personnel, Ministry of Personnel, Pension & Public Grievances, Government of India.
- It is also the nodal police agency in India which coordinates investigations on behalf of Interpol Member countries.
