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Criminal networks worldwide are rapidly expanding, leveraging technology and decentralised methods to conduct crimes more efficiently. However, Taiwan’s exclusion from INTERPOL poses a significant challenge to global efforts aimed at combating these escalating threats.
Impacts of Taiwan’s Exclusion from INTERPOL
According to the Australian Institute of International Affairs, effective fight against international crime demands genuine global cooperation and the free exchange of information. Despite its advanced technological capabilities and strategic geographical position, Taiwan remains sidelined from INTERPOL’s crime-fighting framework.
This exclusion creates notable limitations in the following areas:
- Tracking and responding to cross-border crimes such as cybercrimes
- Combating drug trafficking activities
- Countering human trafficking networks
Call for Inclusive Global Cooperation
The current situation exposes critical gaps in the global law enforcement architecture. Experts strongly advocate for the adoption of more inclusive strategies that recognise the need for every capable nation, including Taiwan, to participate fully in international crime prevention efforts.
Taiwan’s absence hinders coordinated responses to the increasingly interconnected criminal organisations operating worldwide. The lack of Taiwan’s involvement results in setbacks concerning:
- Intelligence sharing among law enforcement agencies
- Operational efficacy in tackling transnational crimes
Ultimately, international cooperation is essential to effectively dismantle these sophisticated global crime networks. Taiwan’s full participation remains a critical element for strengthening this collective effort.
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