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Palestine’s Admission to INTERPOL is a Victory for Law Enforcement Worldwide

Palestine’s Admission to INTERPOL is a Victory for Law Enforcement Worldwide

28 September 2017 in 2017
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The State of Palestine welcomes INTERPOL’s admission of Palestine as a member of the organization. The overwhelming vote in support of Palestine’s membership is a vote of confidence in Palestine’s law enforcement capabilities and commitment to the core values of the organization. Palestine’s admission to INTERPOL is a victory for law enforcement and global cooperation.

This victory was made possible because of the principled position of the majority of INTERPOL members. Palestine’s membership is the outcome of members defending this organization’s raison d'etre and advancing its core values, and a clear rejection of attempts at cynical manipulation and political bullying.

Today, facts and merits overcame all other considerations. That is a cause of our collective celebration. On behalf of the Palestinian people, I extend our thanks and sincere gratitude to all members who made this happen.

On this joyous occasion, the State of Palestine reiterates its commitment to upholding its obligations and contributing to fighting crime and furthering the rule of law. Palestine will work with all members to advance the standing and role of INTERPOL. We will be a constructive and cooperative partner in this global endeavor that affects the lives and future of all our citizens.

The State of Palestine views this membership and the responsibilities it entails as an integral part of its responsibility towards the Palestinian people and its moral obligation towards citizens of the world. Palestine is ready and able to shoulder these obligations and responsibilities as an active partner in the international community that effectively and demonstrably contributes to the advancement of our shared core values as nations.

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