ASEANAPOL and Transnational Crime

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What is the primary purpose of the Dialogue established by INTERPOL in 2016?

To maintain regular discussions about global threats (correct)

To provide training for regional police forces

To create a unified police force across nations

To enforce regional law enforcement decisions

Which country was the first to join ASEANPOL after its initial members?

Vietnam

Laos

Myanmar

Brunei (correct)

What was the location of the first formal meeting of the Chiefs of ASEAN Police?

Manila, Philippines (correct)

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Bangkok, Thailand

Hanoi, Vietnam

How are the Secretariat functions for ASEANPOL managed?

By rotating among member countries Signup and view all the answers

What is a basic requirement for a country to become a member of ASEANPOL?

To be a member of ASEAN Signup and view all the answers

Which countries were the original members of ASEANPOL?

Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the goals of the Dialogue process mentioned?

To enhance exchange of information and best practices Signup and view all the answers

When did the Laos General Department of Police join the ASEANAPOL Conference?

1998 Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary objectives of establishing a Permanent ASEANPOL Secretariat?

To harmonize and standardize coordination and communication mechanisms Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the administration of the ASEANPOL Secretariat?

The Head of the Secretariat and the Executive Director Signup and view all the answers

What is the tenure of service for the Executive Director of the ASEANPOL Secretariat?

2 years Signup and view all the answers

One of the functions of ASEANPOL is to:

Facilitate and coordinate cross-border cooperation on intelligence Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an objective of ASEANPOL?

Establish a common judicial system across ASEAN Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of the ASEANPOL Secretariat?

To monitor and follow up the implementation of resolutions Signup and view all the answers

What was established as part of the outcomes of the 25th ASEANPOL Conference?

Establishment of the ASEANPOL Secretariat Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the ASEANPOL Secretariat's objectives?

It aims to transform resolutions into action plans and work programs Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

ASEANAPOL and Transnational Organized Crime

ASEANAPOL's Executive Director, Kenechanh Phommachack, discusses the Dialogue
The Dialogue brings together regional policing organizations and intergovernmental security stakeholders under INTERPOL's global umbrella
It facilitates regular high-level discussions to coordinate efforts against global threats
Established in 2016, the Dialogue aims for a comprehensive and coordinated global approach to cross-continental security threats
It focuses on improving mutual cooperation, sharing information and best practices, and reducing duplication between international and regional law enforcement entities

ASEANPOL Organizational Structure

ASEANAPOL (ASEAN National Police) is an organization of national police forces from ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam)
It has a Secretariat with an Executive Director
The Secretariat has supporting administrative and technical staff

ASEANPOL History and Governance

The first formal meeting of ASEAN Police Chiefs was in Manila, Philippines in 1981
The meeting focused on law enforcement and crime control
An annual meeting, called the ASEANAPOL Conference, is held annually
Membership criteria are to be a member of ASEAN and application approval at the conference
Initial members included Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines

ASEANPOL Permanent Secretariat

The Secretariat initially operated on a rotational basis, with member countries taking turns hosting the ASEANAPOL Conference and assuming secretariat duties
The 25th Joint Communiqué highlighted the need for a permanent ASEANPOL Secretariat
The Secretariat became fully operational on January 1, 2010

Objectives of the Permanent Secretariat

Harmonize and standardize coordination and communication mechanisms among ASEAN police institutions
Conduct a comprehensive study on ASEANPOL Joint Communiqués resolutions
Establish a mechanism to monitor and implement the resolutions, integrating them into an action plan
Increase regional cooperation to combat transnational crime

ASEANPOL Functions

Implement resolutions from ASEANPOL Conferences
Facilitate cross-border intelligence and information sharing
Coordinate joint operations regarding criminal investigations and capacity building
Provide technical support and forensic science
Annually report activities and expenditures to ASEANPOL members
Maintain and manage ASEANPOL documents and records

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Explore the role of ASEANAPOL in combating transnational organized crime. This quiz highlights the structure of ASEANAPOL, its regional importance, and its collaboration with INTERPOL. Test your knowledge on how ASEANAPOL facilitates police cooperation across Southeast Asia.