India emphasized the ongoing threat posed by transnational organized crime, terrorism, drug trafficking, human trafficking, illicit arms trade, and related criminal networks. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson highlighted the robust collaboration between India and the United States in combating these challenges. Both countries have been working closely to address issues of terrorism and transnational organized crime effectively.
The US Justice Department recently revealed indictments against global organized crime groups that targeted Indian diaspora communities in North America. These criminal organizations engaged in activities like murder, extortion, and intimidation to expand their criminal enterprises. India reiterated its stance on the serious threats posed by transnational organized crime networks and reaffirmed the strong cooperation with the US in combating terrorism and crime.
The US Justice Department’s ‘Operation Hard Ball’ charged 37 defendants associated with transnational criminal organizations operating in the US, Canada, and Europe. These groups were involved in racketeering, murder, extortion, kidnapping, firearms trafficking, and drug trafficking. The cooperation between Indian and US agencies continues to deepen and strengthen in the fight against terrorism and transnational crime.
In response to the US investigation, a senior Canadian law enforcement official clarified that there was no evidence linking Indian government officials to the criminal activities. The official highlighted the cooperation between Indian authorities and investigative agencies during the multinational probe. The commitment to combat terrorism and transnational organized crime through international collaboration was reiterated by the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson.
