Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud Visits Interpol Headquarters in Lyon
Lyon, The Gulf Observer: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Interior, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, visited the headquarters of the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) in Lyon, France, on Thursday. The minister was warmly received by Interpol President Maj. Gen. Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al-Raisi.
The visit reaffirmed the Kingdom’s enduring support for Interpol’s mission to enhance international cooperation in combating transnational crime. Prince Abdulaziz stated that his visit was conducted under the directive of the Saudi leadership, reflecting the country’s firm commitment to bolstering global security collaboration.
During his visit, the minister praised Interpol’s essential role in fostering international law enforcement partnerships, contributing significantly to global peace and stability. He also commended the organization’s efforts in addressing evolving security threats through advanced operational capabilities.
Dr. Al-Raisi expressed appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s continued support and highlighted the Kingdom’s notable contributions to Interpol’s initiatives. He recognized Saudi Arabia’s innovative approaches that have strengthened crime-fighting tools and regional security frameworks.
The meeting included in-depth discussions on enhancing joint efforts between the Saudi Ministry of Interior and Interpol in tackling cross-border crime and addressing emerging security challenges. Both sides explored expanding joint training programs and capacity-building initiatives to empower law enforcement personnel.
Prince Abdulaziz was also briefed on Interpol’s latest programs and visited the Security Operations Center, where he commended the organization’s sophisticated technological infrastructure and the professionalism of its personnel.
The visit underscored the shared commitment of Saudi Arabia and Interpol to advancing international cooperation in the pursuit of a safer and more secure global environment.
