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Interpol-International Criminal Police Oganization (ICPO)
The AFP provides the Australian National Central Bureau (NCB) for Interpol, which works on behalf of all Australian law enforcement agencies in coordinating international inquiries through the Interpol network and also acts as a central relay point for all South Pacific Island countries. The Interpol National Central Bureau is administered by AFP International, but reports operationally to the Commissioner AFP who, as the Australian Representative, represents all Australian Commissioners of Police.
Law Enforcement Cooperation Program
Under the National Illicit Drugs Strategy (NIDS), the AFP was allocated additional funding over a four year period to establish a Law Enforcement Cooperation Program (LECP). Initially the program focused on the Asia Pacific region but in July 1999 was expanded to encompass the rest of the world. The aim of the program is to contribute to the interdiction of illicit drugs off shore.
The program will strengthen the capability of foreign law enforcement agencies to gather information and evidence against drug traffickers by providing a modest program of training and, in some cases, equipment.
The program allows the AFP the capacity to encourage, assist and build on local overseas law enforcement capability, insttutional strengths and personal relationships in specifically targeted countries.
People Smuggling Team
The People Smuggling Team (PST) based in Head Office is responsible for the investigation of organised crime syndicates involved in people smuggling to Australia. The Team has integrated intelligence and investigations elements and has been resourced to provide for the sustained investigation of major targets with a view to disrupting criminal activities, dismantling criminal groups and prosecuting those involved in people smuggling. The team travels wherever required, including overseas, to gather evidence and conduct investigations. The team works closely with AFP overseas liaison officers and with partner agencies in source, transit and other destination countries. The PST includes investigations and intelligence staff from the Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs.