Interpol

The International Criminal Police Organization – INTERPOL, commonly known as Interpol, is an international organization that facilitates worldwide police cooperation and crime control. It is the world's largest international police organization. It is headquartered in Lyon, France, with seven regional bureaus worldwide, and a National Central Bureau in all 196 member states.

Some of the key events about Interpol

1923
Established the International Criminal Police Commission to facilitate cross-border police cooperation
1938
Interpol came under Nazi control after Germany annexed Austria, where the organization was headquartered
1940
Interpol's operations were effectively suspended during World War II due to Nazi influence
1956
Adopted the name "Interpol" and expanded its global reach
1962
Interpol was criticized for refusing to assist in the capture of Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann
1971
Introduced the I-24/7 global police communications system
1973
Interpol was accused of being used by authoritarian regimes to pursue political dissidents
1989
Launched the first computerized database of international criminals
1989
Interpol faced controversy over its refusal to assist in the arrest of Panama's leader on drug trafficking charges
2002
Created the Command and Coordination Centre for 24/7 operational support
2004
Implemented a color-coded notice system to alert member countries about fugitives and threats
2008
Interpol was criticized for issuing a Red Notice against a Uighur activist at China's request
2009
Established the Global Complex for Innovation in Singapore to combat cybercrime
2013
Interpol was accused of failing to prevent Russia from abusing its systems to target political opponents
2014
Launched the "Turn Back Crime" campaign to raise public awareness about organized crime
2016
Initiated Project Stadia to help countries prepare security for major sporting events
2016
Interpol faced backlash for electing a Chinese official as its president, raising concerns about potential undue influence
2017
Interpol was criticized for allowing Venezuela to access its databases despite human rights concerns
2019
Interpol was accused of failing to adequately vet candidates for its presidency after its Chinese president resigned amid corruption charges
2020
Coordinated global efforts to combat COVID-19 related crimes and fraud

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