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Gibraltar Police Attend Global Conference to Combat Financial Crime and Organized Crime

A Global Effort to Combat Threats

A three-day conference in Lyon, France has brought together 320 police officials from 136 countries to discuss the latest threats posed by financial crime, child sexual exploitation, and terrorism. Among those attending the event is Sergeant James Rodriguez of the Royal Gibraltar Police (RGP), who serves as the acting head of the Gibraltar Interpol Sub Bureau.

Expanding Global Databases and Encouraging Criminal Data Sharing

The conference, which kicked off on Tuesday April 23, aims to expand Interpol’s global databases and encourage greater criminal data sharing to combat organized crime. The RGP has emphasized the importance of international cooperation in tackling these complex threats, and Sergeant Rodriguez’ attendance is seen as a significant step forward for Gibraltar in this regard.

Focus Areas

The conference will focus on:

  • Combating Financial Crime: Strategies for combating money laundering, tax evasion, and other forms of illicit finance
  • Disrupting Child Sexual Exploitation Networks: Efforts to disrupt networks and protect vulnerable individuals
  • Tackling the Growing Threat of Terrorism: Latest developments and strategies to combat this global threat

Strengthening Ties with the Global Policing Community

As part of its ongoing efforts to combat organized crime, Gibraltar has been working closely with Interpol and other international law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and best practices. Sergeant Rodriguez’ attendance at the conference is seen as a key part of this effort, and will help to strengthen ties between Gibraltar and the global policing community.

A Significant Step Forward for Gibraltar

Sergeant Rodriguez’s attendance at the conference marks an important milestone in Gibraltar’s efforts to combat organized crime. The RGP is committed to working closely with international partners to share intelligence and best practices, and this event represents a significant step forward in that regard.