Towards SEACOP VI: Uniting Caribbean and Latin American Nations Against Maritime Trafficking

Today, SEACOP begins a strategic interregional meeting titled “FROM COCAINE TO TIMBER: NEW CHALLENGES FOR SEACOP NETWORK VI.” Bringing together 8 countries from the region and international partners in a united effort against maritime trafficking, the event marks a significant commitment. “We extend our congratulations to the EU-funded SEACOP Project on this important initiative. We…

Successful wrap up of SEACOP’s TRIG+ in Argentina

Successful wrap up of SEACOP’s “Joint Training of the Atlantic Alliance Transregional Intelligence Groups (TRIG+)” in #Argentina 🇦🇷 On Thursday, SEACOP celebrated the closing ceremony of the TRIG+ event, led by Argentinian Minister of National Security, Aníbal Fernández. During the event, the Minister of National Security expressed profound gratitude for participants, emphasising, “Working together is…

CRIMJUST and Eurojust Meeting Strengthens Global Efforts Against Illicit Networks

In a resounding display of international criminal justice collaboration, CRIMJUST and Eurojust Interregional Meeting of Iberoamerican and European Prosecutors convened in The Hague on 13-14 September 2023. CRIMJUST supported this event as a part of Operational Action 8.6 of the European Interdisciplinary Platform Against Criminal Threats (EMPACT) on High Risk Criminal Networks (HRCN). This landmark…

AIRCOP and INTERCOPS: Strengthening Global Cooperation to Combat Transnational Trafficking

In the complex landscape of global trafficking, Africa plays a pivotal role as a transit point for illicit goods originating from Latin America. Despite national and regional efforts, the trafficking of illicit goods persists along these established air routes due to law enforcement gaps and corruption. Recognising this critical challenge, AIRCOP partnered with INTERCOPS of…

Ghana’s Maritime Control Unit receives 4th rummage training

Last week, SEACOP delivered a successful training course aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of the Joint Maritime Control Unit (JMCU) of Tema. Including both classroom theoretical modules and practical modules conducted onboard vessels, the comprehensive training programme took place from September 4th to 8th in Tema port. It brought together 12 dedicated JMCU officers.…

SEACOP, MAOC-N hold 7th ‘Threats and Cases Studies’ webinar edition

Yesterday, SEACOP held the 7th edition of its Threats and Cases Studies webinar series with highlights from our long standing partner Maritime Analysis and Operations Centre (Narcotics) – MAOC (N). Initiated in January 2023, this series of webinars aims to offer a platform for countries across Latin America to exchange practical knowledge gained from their operational…