Europol Begins Cooperation with Non-EU States and Bodies to Combat Transnational Organized Crime (XIIA)

Abstract: Europol is taking multiple steps to initiate cooperation with non-EU states and bodies to combat transnational organized crime. On April 26-27, 2000, Europol organized a first seminar at its headquarters in the Hague, The Netherlands, for representatives of non-EU States and Organizations for the purpose of preparing the formal cooperation negotiations. According to opening speech of Europol’s Director Jürgen Storbeck, this initial conference would definitely contribute to the aim of creating an area of freedom, security, and justice in Europe and provide a new impetus in Europol’s efforts to prevent and combat organized crime…[more]