Egypt’s War on Financial Crimes: UNODC and EMLCU Team Up for Internet Investigations Training

Partnership Between EMLCU and UNODC in Cairo, Egypt

February 2018 - In an essential step towards enhancing Egypt’s financial crime prevention, the Egyptian Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Combating Unit (EMLCU) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) collaborated to conduct a workshop on “Open Source Internet Investigation” from 11-14 February 2018, in Cairo, Egypt.

Attendees and Keynote Speakers

Attendees from various national organizations and concerned agencies, including:

• Public Prosecution
• National Security
• Administrative Control Authority
• EMLCU
• Central Bank of Egypt

Gathered to enhance their skills in harnessing the power of the internet for effective investigations. The occasion was graced by the presence of Judge Ahmed Said, the chairman of the board of trustees of the EMLCU, and Ms. Cristina Albertin, UNODC Regional Representative for the Middle East and North Africa. Speakers conveyed the importance of utilizing open-source investigative tools for cybercrime probes.

Workshop Topics and Hands-On Exercises

The comprehensive four-day workshop covered topics such as:

1. Executing online investigations
2. Advanced search techniques
3. Capturing and handling digital evidence
4. Dark web and cryptocurrencies

Participants received a hands-on opportunity to engage in practical exercises as they delved into the intricacies of conducting internet investigations. These newly acquired skills will significantly help these agencies combat cybercrimes more efficiently.

New Era of Digital Investigative Capabilities

The collaboration between EMLCU and UNODC signifies the commencement of a new era of digital investigative capabilities. It paves the way for a robust and proactive approach to fight financial crimes and preserve the integrity of Egypt’s financial system.