Marrakech: The INTERPOL General Assembly, in its current session, was ‘exceptional, both in terms of the number of States and international organizations that took part in its proceedings, the quality and importance of the representation of member countries, and the significance of the resolutions and recommendations it adopted,’ Hammouchi emphasized during the closing ceremony of this major global security gathering.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, in the Kingdom of Morocco, there was a strong belief that this session would be a successful event, serving as a prelude to strengthening multilateral security cooperation and creating a foundation for facilitating bilateral cooperation between the Organization’s member States. Hammouchi noted that Morocco ensured optimal preparation for the session, committing to providing all necessary conditions and resources required for its success. He emphasized the belief that Morocco’s security and the protection of its citizens depend on the security of all INTERPOL member States.

Hammouchi expressed that this conviction arises from a deep belief that security is an integrated and indivisible system, reliant on joint and fair cooperation, mutual respect, as well as trust, credibility, and collective action. He highlighted that the innovative resolutions and forward-looking recommendations from this General Assembly are capable of addressing multiple security challenges and strengthening stability, security, and peace globally.

Furthermore, Hammouchi acknowledged the efforts and commendable actions of INTERPOL’s outgoing president, Ahmed Nasser Al-Raisi, noting his insight, long experience, and leadership which contributed to unifying INTERPOL’s vision and reinforcing its operational presence. He extended his wishes for success to the newly elected president, Lucas Philippe, and assured him of the full commitment of the National Security and Territorial Surveillance services in cooperating with INTERPOL’s statutes.

The closing ceremony saw the attendance of notable figures including INTERPOL’s outgoing president, Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, the newly elected president, Lucas Philippe, the secretary general, Valdecy Urquiza, as well as other prominent officials such as Mohamed Ben Ali Koman, Nasser Bourita, Fouzi Lekjaa, Lieutenant General Mohamed Haramou, Mohamed Yassine Mansouri, and Khatib El Hebil.