Keeping the region safe

For regional safety: According to DAC Wee, Aseanapol’s creation arose out of an agreement that cooperation among Asean police forces to prevent cross-border crimes is vital in maintaining regional security. — ART CHEN/The Star

FOSTERING regional cooperation in battling transnational crime has been at the forefront of the Asean National Police (Aseanapol) ever since its formation 40 years ago.

Jim Wee, Deputy Assistant Commissioner (DAC) of the Singapore Police Force, took over as the sixth executive director of the Aseanapol’s Secretariat in January 2020. He spoke to Sunday Star about the organisation’s goals and efforts at combating transnational crime, including wildlife trafficking, effectively.