Delegates at the just concluded 92nd Interpol General Assembly have resolved to leverage technology and artificial intelligence to improve policing.
The 92nd Interpol General Assembly, which was taking place from November 4 to November 7, 2024, in Glasgow, UK, has officially concluded.
The Interpol Assembly ended with significant discussions and resolutions aimed at strengthening international policing.
During the Assembly, delegates passed a series of resolutions aimed at enhancing Interpol’s capabilities.
The assembly underscored the need to build capacity within police forces to tackle transnational crimes, including crimes against women and girls.
The event, which was attended by Chiefs of Police from around the globe, provided a platform for law enforcement leaders to collaborate on pressing issues facing the international community, including transnational crime, terrorism, and emerging technologies in policing.
Intelligence sharing and the enhanced use of Interpol’s databases, including biometric data, were also prioritized. In addition, nine new members were elected to the Interpol Executive Committee for the 2024–2027 term.
These members include Morocco, the USA, Canada, Qatar, China, Germany, France, and Türkiye, reflecting the growing diversity of Interpol's leadership.
Interpol, the world’s largest international police organisation, currently has 196 member countries.
The Kenyan delegation was led by the Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin, who participated in high-level discussions alongside other senior police officials.
The Assembly culminated in the election of a new Interpol Secretary General, Valdecy Urquiza from the Brazilian Federal Police, who will take over from Jurgen Stock, the outgoing Secretary General, after a decade of service.
Urquiza’s appointment marks a new era for the international policing body, as Interpol adapts to rapidly evolving global security challenges.
The General Assembly also elected Major General Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi from the UAE as its President.
The closing ceremony, held on Friday was graced by the Duke of Edinburgh, who delivered a heartfelt address on behalf of His Majesty The King.
In his speech, HRH The Duke of Edinburgh expressed profound gratitude to police officers worldwide for their tireless dedication to duty.
The Duke’s remarks underscored the vital role law enforcement plays in safeguarding communities across the globe, as well as the importance of international cooperation in tackling crime.
Also present at the closing ceremony was UK Minister for Security, Dan Jarvis, who highlighted the importance of global partnerships in addressing issues such as organised crime, terrorism, and cybercrime.
The next Interpol General Assembly will be held in Marrakesh, Morocco, in 2025.
