In recognition of Morocco’s efforts to promote regional and international security and its leadership in advancing South-South security cooperation, the country’s candidate was elected this Thursday morning as Vice President of Interpol’s Executive Committee for the African continent.
Morocco’s representative received majority support from delegates of 96 member countries, achieving a substantial lead over other candidates in a vote held during the 92nd session of Interpol’s General Assembly, currently taking place in Glasgow, Scotland, from November 4 to 7, 2024.
Morocco’s candidacy reflects its commitment to developing African police infrastructure, underpinned by a strong resolve to enhance South-South security cooperation and share its expertise with its African partners.
This candidacy aligns with royal guidance emphasizing South-South cooperation as a strategic priority for Morocco and its African allies, aiming to strengthen relations across various levels, including security.
Morocco views investment in African police training, security infrastructure, and enhanced cooperation as fundamental in combating illegal migration, human trafficking networks, and their links to organized cross-border crime.
As Interpol Vice President for Africa, Morocco intends to coordinate efforts with National Central Bureaus in African and global nations to provide swift responses to terrorism threats and tackle risks associated with the misuse of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies by organized crime groups.
Morocco’s Directorate General of National Security (DGSN) nominated Mohamed Dkhissi, Director of Judicial Police and Head of Interpol’s National Central Bureau in Rabat, for the role. Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of National Security, led the Moroccan delegation, engaging in multilateral and bilateral discussions to strengthen international security cooperation and support Morocco’s candidacy.
Interpol, founded in 1923, is a global police organization with the primary goal of enhancing national capabilities and facilitating information sharing among 196 member countries to counter transnational crime and address diverse security threats.
