CIS interstate person search regulations to be amended

The regulations concerning the interstate search for individuals among competent authorities of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) are undergoing revisions. The Executive Committee of the CIS announced that an expert group convened for an additional session to finalize a draft decision aimed at updating these procedures.

The meeting involved representatives from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan. Delegates from the Bureau for Coordination of Organized Crime Prevention and Combating in the CIS and the CIS Executive Committee also participated. During the session, experts reviewed the draft decision, incorporating comments and proposals submitted by various member states to refine the document.

This collaborative effort aims to enhance the effectiveness of cross-border law enforcement cooperation in locating individuals. The finalized draft decision, after undergoing necessary internal approvals within each participating state, will be formally presented to the Council of Heads of Government of the CIS for consideration and adoption.

The modifications are expected to streamline the process of interstate searches, facilitating better cooperation between law enforcement agencies of the CIS member countries in combating crime and maintaining security.