The UAE on Monday (March 27th) announced it has donated $54 million to the Interpol Foundation, AFP reported.
The funds will go towards seven Interpol projects including counter-terrorism, cybercrime and drugs, an official statement said.
"The threats posed by terrorism, organised crime and cybercrime are more complex and global than ever, requiring Interpol to play an even stronger role in international police co-operation," said Interpol secretary general Jurgen Stock.
"The generosity of the UAE's contribution will have a significant impact on strengthening the work of law enforcement worldwide," Stock said.
The news came on the eve of a three-day Unity for Security forum in Abu Dhabi – the first such venture organised jointly by the UAE and Interpol.
