ICPO-INTERPOL

INTERPOL headquarters at Lyon, France

    International Criminal Police Organization or Interpol is an international organization co-operating the police forces of world countries to fight crimes. They provide expertize on counterterrorism, cybercrimes & organized crimes etc. Their headquarters is at Lyon, France.

History

   It was established as International Criminal Police Commission in the International police Congress at Vienna, Austria in 1923. They chose Interpol as its telegraphic address in 1946 made it a common name in 1956.

Work

   Currently there are 192 country members in the organization. They are budgeted by the member countries. They function as an administrative liaison between the police agencies providing database assistance & communications.  

  The Logo of INTERPOL signifies its influence worldwide. The globe indicates that the organization's activities are worldwide. Olive branches on either side designate peace, scales indicate justice & sword represent police action.