Entity: INTERPOL
INTERPOL is an official international agency that coordinates the police activities of more than 100 member nations. It was organized in 1923 with headquarters in Paris and is known as the International Criminal Police Organization.
INTERPOL
Etymology
The term INTERPOL is an abbreviation for International Criminal Police Organization.
Definition
INTERPOL is a global organization that facilitates international police cooperation and crime control among its member countries.
Historical Context
INTERPOL was established in 1923 with headquarters in Paris, France. It serves as a platform for law enforcement agencies worldwide to collaborate on combating transnational crime.
Cultural Significance
INTERPOL plays a crucial role in combating international crime, including terrorism, human trafficking, drug trafficking, and cybercrime. Its databases and communication networks enable member countries to share information and coordinate efforts to apprehend criminals.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include Europol, the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation, and national police agencies.
See Also
- Europol
- National police agencies
A global organization that facilitates international police cooperation and crime control among its member countries.