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MAOC-N recently took part in two separate high-level events in Brussels focused on maritime security and the fight against illicit drug trafficking. The first, hosted by the Permanent Representation of Portugal to the European Union, brought together representatives from Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean to discuss cooperation against drug trafficking at sea and support…

MAOC-N recently convened its Executive Board Meeting (EBM) at the Centre’s headquarters in Lisbon, bringing together senior representatives from its member countries to review progress and reinforce collective efforts in combating maritime drug trafficking. The meeting provided an important opportunity for participants to assess ongoing operations, discuss strategic developments, and consider future initiatives aimed at…

MAOC-N recently hosted a delegation from the Italian Guardia di Finanza at its headquarters, in a visit led by the Executive Director of MAOC-N. The meeting provided an opportunity to reinforce longstanding partnerships and to discuss ongoing cooperation efforts in the Mediterranean region, in coordination with Frontex and its representative. The delegation was composed of…

The Executive Director of MAOC-N participated in the G7 Friends of the Gulf of Guinea (FOGG) plenary session held in Paris on 15 and 16 April, where discussions addressed a range of issues impacting maritime safety and security in the region. During the session, the Director presented the growing threats linked to drug trafficking routes…

H.E the Minister of the Interior of Spain, Fernando Grande-Marlaska, recently visited the headquarters of MAOC-N in Lisbon, reaffirming Spain’s commitment to strengthening international cooperation in the fight against drug trafficking across the Atlantic. Also in attendance were the Spanish Ambassador to Portugal, Juan Fernández Trigo, and the Director of the Centro de Inteligencia Contra…