Morocco to host 93rd INTERPOL General Assembly – what does this mean for collaborations and actions in Africa?

Last year, we highlighted an amusing coincidence: in November 2024,  Glasgow hosted both the New York band Interpol and the international criminal police organisation INTERPOL at the same time.

This was because the 92^nd session of the INTERPOL General Assembly took place from 4 – 7 November 2024 in Glasgow. This year, Morocco will be hosting the 93^rd INTERPOL General Assembly in November 2025, and in this blog we examine what is on the agenda.

What’s on this year’s agenda?

At last year’s conference, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s speech focused on working together to tackle the global threat of serious organised crime. Delegates also discussed recent operations, including the infiltration and seizure of the online platform used by LockBit – the world’s most harmful cybercrime network.

The 2025 Assembly theme is “Connecting the World for a Safer Future”, with a focus on such issues as the rise of cybercrime, combating terrorism and organised crime.

Morocco, an INTERPOL member since 1957, is proud to be hosting this event, stating:

“Morocco is honoured to host this pivotal meeting of the world’s police” and “It is a testament to our commitment to global security and provides an unparalleled opportunity to strengthen partnerships that protect citizens not just in Morocco, but across the globe”.

What does this mean going forward?

At the 2024 meeting, Morocco was elected Vice-President for Africa by a majority vote, signalling a renewed commitment to law enforcement collaboration across Africa.

Recently, we discussed an INTERPOL cybercrime operation in Africa targeting scams involving crypto, as well as a recent meeting focused on tackling organised crime across Africa.

We also recently discussed Operation Serengeti, which resulted in thousands of arrests and the dismantling of over 134,000 scam operations.

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 have reason to believe that they may have outstanding financial issues which could involve INTERPOL. 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 might 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.

Gherson have also previously written a series of blogs designed to assist those who believe they might be subject to INTERPOL measures (including a Blue and a 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?
• 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?

Gherson have 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.

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