BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 8. Uzbekistan’s Minister
of Internal Affairs met with INTERPOL Secretary General to discuss
expanding cooperation in combating transnational crime, Trend reports via the
ministry.
The meeting was held between Uzbekistan’s Minister of Internal
Affairs, Lieutenant General Aziz Tashpulatov, and INTERPOL
Secretary General Valdecy Urquiza on the sidelines of the Shanghai
Cooperation Organization (SCO) Meeting of Ministers of Internal
Affairs and Public Security in Bishkek.
The talks focused on strengthening collaboration between
Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and the International
Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL), particularly in addressing
organized crime that crosses national borders.
According to the meeting, the two sides discussed enhancing the
exchange of operational information, improving cooperation in the
international search for fugitives, and increasing coordination in
responding to emerging security threats. Both parties emphasized
the growing complexity of transnational crime and the need for
stronger international partnerships and effective law enforcement
mechanisms.
Tashpulatov reaffirmed Uzbekistan’s commitment to working
closely with INTERPOL, describing cooperation with the organization
as a key element of the ministry’s international engagement. He
noted that the partnership has played an important role in
strengthening the capabilities of Uzbek law enforcement agencies in
combating cross-border criminal activity.
Urquiza welcomed the ongoing cooperation and expressed
INTERPOL’s readiness to deepen practical collaboration with
Uzbekistan. He also highlighted the role of INTERPOL’s National
Central Bureaus in facilitating information sharing, coordination,
and joint operations among member countries.
The meeting concluded with both sides reaffirming their
commitment to expanding cooperation aimed at enhancing public
safety, protecting citizens’ rights, and strengthening
international efforts to combat crime. They also stressed the
importance of continued collaboration in promoting regional and
global security and stability.
