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Yesterday saw the launch of the International Forum on Police Cooperation Combating Transnational Crime in the heart of Taipei. The event, which emphasised the importance of international collaboration and the role of technology in combating transnational crime, was attended by high-profile guests from around the world.
Premier Cho Jung-tai and Liu Shyh-fang, the Minister of the Interior, were both present at the launch, delivering speeches that underscored the growing threat of organised crime and the need for coordinated action. Liu Shyh-fang also emphasised the forum's aim to strengthen police cooperation and intelligence sharing among participating countries.
Among the guests were Ken Walker, the president of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, and Raymond Greene, the Director of the American Institute in Taiwan. Walker, who was also present at the International Conference on Police Cooperation in Combating Transnational Crime the previous day, highlighted the forum's focus on strategies for police cooperation in the fight against transnational crime.
The event included panel discussions and workshops to exchange ideas and best practices, as well as an opportunity for participating countries to share their experiences and challenges in combating transnational crime. The forum concluded with a call for continued cooperation and collaboration among participating countries, with the understanding that a united front is necessary to combat this growing threat.
Laio Chen-hui, a photographer for Taipei Times, was present to document the event. The forum's launch was a significant step towards strengthening police cooperation and intelligence sharing among nations, and a testament to the international community's commitment to combating transnational crime.
