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During the 69th Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), convened at the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Vienna, the IPO delegation organized and hosted an SME roundtable dedicated to the theme “Digital Recovery Support.” The roundtable gathered a diverse group of subject-matter experts, practitioners, and stakeholders from across multiple regions, including Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. The discussion provided a valuable multilateral p

At the IPO Office at the United Nations in Vienna on 26 February 2026 , the IPO Executive President and the EGRM SIO Mnager signed the IPO Certification & Accreditation Center (CAC) Development and Management Agreement . This agreement marks the first step in establishing the IPO CAC as a leading international authority for certification and accreditation in areas such as safety, security, emergency response, and related fields . The initiative aims to develop the IPO CAC

Rome, — The ceremony for the awarding of the “Francesco Cossiga Prize for Intelligence” was held today at the Palazzo dei Gruppi Parlamentari of the Chamber of Deputies. The prize, awarded in memory of Admiral Fulvio Martini, honors a central figure in the evolution of the Italian intelligence services. The high-level institutional event featured addresses by Hon. Lorenzo Guerini, President of COPASIR; Prefect Vittorio Rizzi, Director of the Department of Information for Sec

Geneva, — The delegation of IPO Section Switzerland participated in the Annual Meeting of the Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG) with Civil Society, a key institutional gathering that brought together representatives of accredited organizations to exchange views on the strategic priorities of the United Nations for 2026 and on the active role of civil society within the UN system. The delegation was led by Mr. Imet Cafleshi, President of IPO Secti

The Executive President of IPO Headquarters, Dr. Ilija Živoić, has formally appointed the Regional Vice Presidents as well as members of his Cabinet Staff. These appointments reflect a continued commitment to strengthening institutional leadership, enhancing operational efficiency, and advancing the strategic objectives of the organization. The newly appointed Executive Board and Cabinet members will be formally introduced in the coming days.

After an extensive and rigorous review process of all duly submitted partnership proposals, EGRM has been formally selected as the strategic partner for the IPO Certification & Accreditation Centre. This decision reflects a thorough evaluation of each proposal against established strategic, operational, and institutional criteria. The selection of EGRM underscores our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the continued advancement of professional standards. In the for

Call for Expression of Interest (EOI)Development and Management of the IPO Certification & Accreditation Center (IPO CAC) IPO Headquarters (IPO HQ) invites qualified and experienced organizations to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Development and Management of the IPO Certification & Accreditation Center (IPO CAC) . IPO HQ is seeking a strategic partner with the capability and expertise to undertake the following responsibilities: Develop and implement proces

18 December, we observe International Migrants Day, a moment to reflect on the contributions, challenges, and opportunities that migration brings to our societies. Established by the United Nations General Assembly, this day aims to promote the rights of migrants, uphold human dignity, and strengthen international cooperation for safe, orderly, and sustainable migration. Migration remains a global phenomenon closely linked to sustainable development, security, and human right

From 3rd to 5th December 2025, representatives of the International Police Organization IPO participated in the reconvened 68th Session of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). This three-day session was dynamic and highly informative, providing a platform for discussing the latest standards, country reports, and collaborative opportunities related to drugs and crime. During the session, the IPO delegation engaged with the latest UN updates regarding standardi