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also known as the Human Security Act of 2007, is a Philippine law aimed at securing the state and protecting the people from terrorism.

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Republic Act (RA) 9372

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the unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in the pursuit of political aims

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terrorism

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Russian Mafia (Bratva)

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Features: Around 200 Russian groups operating in nearly 60 countries worldwide.

  • Illegal Business
    Racketeering,
    Fraud,
    Tax evasion,
    Gambling,
    Drug trafficking,
    Arson,
    Robbery,
    Murder.
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La Cosa Nostra
Sicil Mafia

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Italy/America

Known as the Italian or Italian-American Mafia. Most prominent group in the world (1920-1990).

  • Illegal Business
    Arson,
    Bombing,
    Torture,
    Loan sharking,
    Health insurance fraud, Corruption.
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Yakuza

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Japan

Japanese criminal group, multinational criminal activities (over 300 years).

  • Illegal Business
    Human trafficking,
    Prostitution,
    Undermining business, Gambling.
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Fukching

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Chinese organized group in the United States.

  • Illegal Business
    Smuggling,
    Street violence,
    Human trafficking.
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Triads

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Hongkong

Hongkong underground criminal societies.

-Illegal Business
They Control secret markets

Money-laundering,
Drug Trafficking.

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Heijin

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Taiwan

Taiwanese gangster.

-Illegal Business
Involved in white-collar crimes, Illegal stock trading,
Bribery.

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Jao Pao

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Thailand

Thailand organized crime group, Thailand gangster.

-Illegal Business
Illegal political business activity.

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Red Wa

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Thailand

Thailand gangster.

-Illegal Business
Involved in manufacturing and trafficking methamphetamine.

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What does INTERPOL stand for?

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International Criminal Police Organization

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In what year was the International Criminal Police Commission created?

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1923

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In what year did it become INTERPOL?

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1956

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Where is INTERPOL located?

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Lyon, France

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How many member countries does INTERPOL have?

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196

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What is INTERPOL’s main mission

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To help police in all member countries work together to make the world a safer place by enabling them to share and access data on crimes and criminals and offering technical and operational support.

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What are the four official languages of INTERPOL?

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Arabic, English, French, Spanish

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Name the locations of INTERPOL’s Regional Bureaus.

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Argentina (Buenos Aires), Cameroon (Yaoundé), Côte d’Ivoire (Abidjan), El Salvador (San Salvador), Kenya (Nairobi), Thailand liaison office (Bangkok), Zimbabwe (Harare)

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Who was the only Filipino former President of INTERPOL?

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Jolly R. Bugarin

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During which years did this Filipino serve as President?

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1980 - 1984

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Who was the President of INTERPOL before the Filipino President?

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Carl G. Persson of Sweden

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What is the supreme governing body of Interpol?

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The General Assembly

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How often does the Assembly typically meet to take decisions?

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Once a year

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What is the main role of Interpol’s Executive Committee?

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Supervising the execution of the General Assembly’s decisions and the administration of the General Secretariat.

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How many members make up the Executive Committee?
13.
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Who is the current President of Interpol?
Kim Jong Yang
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What are the primary responsibilities of the General Secretariat?
Responsible for the day-to-day activities of Interpol and ensuring the implementation of decisions.
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How is the Secretary General selected?
Proposed by the Executive Committee and appointed by the General Assembly for a five-year term.
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What does NCB stand for?
INTERPOL National Central Bureau
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What is the function of a National Central Bureau?
Provides the central point of contact for the General Secretariat and other NCBs.
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Who typically appoints the experts who serve as Advisers?
The Executive Committee and confirmed by the General Assembly.
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vertical sword
police action
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Globe
worldwide acitivities
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olive branches
peace
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scales
justice
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color of interpol emblem
blue, black, white
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Requests the arrest or location of a wanted person for extradition.
Red Notice
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Seeks information on a person's identity, location, or activities.
blue notice
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Warns about criminals who may pose a threat to public safety.
green notice
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Helps locate missing persons or identify those unable to identify themselves.
yellow notice
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Seeks information on unidentified bodies.
Black Notice
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Warns about an event, object, or person posing a potential threat.
Orange notice
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Seeks or provides information on criminal methods, devices, or concealment techniques.
Purple notice
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Issued for individuals or entities under UN sanctions.
INTERPOL-UN Security Council Special Notice
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trace and recover assets
silver notice
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the first formal meeting of the chiefs of asean police
1981 manila
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original members of asean
indonesia philippines thailand malaysia singapore
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five other member of asean
brunei cambodia laos myanmar vietnam
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Refers to the European Union's Criminal Intelligence agency that was fully operational on July 1, 1999.
EUROPEAN POLICE OFFICE (EUROPOL)
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Europol supports the law enforcement activities of the member states mainly against:
Illicit drug trafficking Illicit immigration networks; Terrorism; Forgery of money (counterfeiting of the euro) and other means of payment; Trafficking in human beings (including child pornography); Illicit vehicle trafficking; Money laundering.
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The world's oldest and largest non-profit membership organization of police executives with over 20,000 members in over 89 different countries. IACP leadership consists of the operating chief executives of international, federal, state and local agencies of all sizes.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE (IACP)
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When was the United Nations founded?
October 24 1945
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Where is the primary location of the UN headquarters?
New York City
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Besides the main headquarters, where are other main offices located?
Geneva, Nairobi, and Vienna.
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How many member states comprise the United Nations?
193.
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Name three of the official languages of the United Nations.
Arabic, English, French, Spanish, Chinese, or Russian (any three).
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What is one of the stated aims of the United Nations?
Facilitating cooperation in international law, international security, economic development, social progress, human rights, or achievement of world peace (any one).
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What is a required professional skill for UN Peacekeepers in the Professional Category?
High degree of analytical skills, communication skills, or substantive skills (any one).
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What is the minimum educational requirement for the Field Service Category of UN Peacekeepers?
High school diploma or equivalent (some positions may require a technical or vocational certificate).
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What are the primary language requirements for UN Peacekeepers?
Fluency in English or French.
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Is knowledge of additional official languages required for all UN Peacekeepers?
No, but knowledge of additional official languages is expected