International forum in Taiwan tackles cross-border crime with 43 nations

Law enforcement officials from 43 countries across five continents have gathered in Taiwan for a two-day forum focused on combating cross-border crime. The event, hosted by Taiwan's National Police Agency, aims to foster an exchange of experiences and enhance international cooperation against increasingly sophisticated criminal networks.

Opening the forum, Premier Cho Jung-tai emphasized the need for global solidarity in the face of "smokeless wars" waged by transnational criminals. He stated that Taiwan believes "security is a common language that transcends borders" and highlighted the forum's role in strengthening a resilient defense line for global order.

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Security is a common language that transcends borders.

The forum's agenda includes discussions on critical issues such as telecom fraud, human trafficking, illicit financial flows, drug crimes, and organized crime. High-ranking police and judicial officials, along with experts from around the world, are participating as keynote speakers, moderators, and panelists. Taiwan's National Police Agency Director-General Chang Rong-hsing is set to deliver a keynote address on Taiwan's current security policies and strategies for combating these crimes.

This gathering underscores Taiwan's commitment to international law enforcement collaboration. The participation of representatives from allied nations and international organizations, including the American Institute in Taiwan Director Brent Christensen and Palau's Minister of Justice Jennifer S. Olegerill, signifies the broad international engagement in addressing these shared security challenges.

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The forum's agenda includes discussions on critical issues such as telecom fraud, human trafficking, illicit financial flows, drug crimes, and organized crime.