INTERPOL update – Hong Kong to host the 2026 INTERPOL General Assembly

In November 2025, Morocco hosted the 93rd INTERPOL General Assembly. We have previously examined the Assembly’s agenda, closely analysed the strengthening of cooperation between Morocco and China and detailed how the event opened with a commitment to enhance international cooperation.

We also reported on key updates relating to cybercrime and the appointment of new Executive Committee Members.

It has now been announced that Hong Kong is set to host the 94th INTERPOL General Assembly in 2026.

What does this mean?

This will be the first time that the Hong Kong Special Administrative Regime (“HKSAR”) has hosted the INTERPOL General Assembly, and the third time the Assembly will be hosted in China.

Hong Kong, as a sub-bureau under China, has played an active and prominent role within INTERPOL. Hosting the General Assembly is being treated as a top priority, with preparations reportedly already underway.

“The HKPF is maintaining close communication with INTERPOL and China’s National Central Bureau to ensure smooth hosting of the 2026 General Assembly”, said Mr Chow Yat-ming, the HKSAR’s Commissioner of Police. He added that he hopes delegates attending the event will appreciate Hong Kong’s vitality, friendly spirit and rich culinary culture during their stay.

“We are determined to ensure every delegation has an unforgettable experience from the moment they arrive at Hong Kong International Airport”, he said.

INTERPOL in 2025 and the INTERPOL Silver Notice

We have recently published a blog entitled INTERPOL in 2025 – increased cooperation, conference, Silver Notices and Gherson secures second Red Notice block from China.

Additionally, throughout 2025, we tracked the development and increasing use of the INTEPOL Silver Notice:

What is INTERPOL’s Silver Notice?

How Gherson can help

Those who suspect that they may be subject to INTERPOL measures, including a Red (or Blue) Notice and diffusion, should take heed.

Gherson Solicitors continue to receive requests for expert advice and assistance from those who believe they may have outstanding financial issues. That advice tackles:

1. How best to approach a possible INTERPOL notice;
2. Preparing for potential criminal proceedings / an extradition request;
3. Preparing for a situation where a civil matter or commercial dispute could be used to initiate bogus criminal proceedings; and
4. Even exploring the possibility of instigating civil litigation proceedings to recover any misappropriated assets.

Gherson have previously written a series of blogs designed to assist those who suspect they may be subject to INTERPOL measures (including a Blue and a Red Notice):

• INTERPOL and Red Notice Challenges
• How to Remove an INTERPOL Red Notice
• INTERPOL Red Notices and Extradition
• How do I know if I am subject to an INTERPOL Red Notice?
• What is INTERPOL’s Silver Notice?
• INTERPOL UPDATE – India charges 8 people in first Interpol Silver Notice Case
• What is an INTERPOL Yellow Notice?
• What is an INTERPOL-United Nations Security Council Special Notice?
• What is an INTERPOL Purple Notice?
• What is an INTERPOL Green Notice and can it be challenged?
• What is an INTERPOL Orange Notice and can it be challenged?
• What is the purpose of an INTERPOL Blue Notice, and can it be challenged?
• What is an INTERPOL Blue Notice?

Gherson has over 36 years of experience in assisting with all aspects of INTERPOL, Red Notice challenges and extradition. If you would like to speak to us in respect of any of the issues raised in this blog or about your specific circumstances,  do not hesitate to contact us for advice, send us an e-mail, or alternatively, follow us on X, Facebook, or LinkedIn to stay-up-to-date.

The information in this blog is for general information purposes only and does not purport to be comprehensive or to provide legal advice.  Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information and law is current as of the date of publication it should be stressed that, due to the passage of time, this does not necessarily reflect the present legal position.  Gherson accepts no responsibility for loss which may arise from accessing or reliance on information contained in this blog.  For formal advice on the current law please do not hesitate to contact Gherson.  Legal advice is only provided pursuant to a written agreement, identified as such, and signed by the client and by or on behalf of Gherson.

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