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MAOC (N) Signs Two Memoranda of Understanding with Ecuadorian Police and Navy
The Executive Director of MAOC (N) travelled to Ecuador to sign two Memoranda of Understanding (one with Ecuador’s National Police, and another one with Ecuador’s Navy) and to attend the official launch of the Fusion Centre, which was established under the EU-funded EUFORT-EC project and brings together key national authorities to monitor and assess maritime…
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MAOC-N Hosts Portuguese SSI Delegation
MAOC-N recently hosted a high-level delegation from the Portuguese Sistema de Segurança Interna (SSI), led by its Secretary-General, Ana Pereira. Artur Vaz, Director of the National Unit for Combating Drug Trafficking (UNCTE) of the Portuguese Judicial Police, was also present. During the visit, Ms Pereira and her delegation were briefed on current maritime drug trafficking…
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Spanish Authorities Make Historic Cocaine Seizure in the Atlantic Ocean With the Support of MAOC-N
The Spanish National Police, with the support of MAOC-N and international partners, has carried out the largest high-seas cocaine seizure in its history. Last week, the Spanish Navy intercepted a merchant vessel in the Atlantic, en route to Europe, concealing 9994 kg of cocaine in 294 bales among a cargo of salt. Thirteen crew members…
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MAOC (N) Hosts Royal Canadian Mounted Police Liaison Officer at Lisbon Headquarters
MAOC (N) recently hosted Mr Victor de Moura, Liaison Officer for South America from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), at its Headquarters in Lisbon. The visit provided an opportunity to reaffirm the long-standing and valued partnership between MAOC (N) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. This cooperation has, over many years, contributed to international…
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French Authorities Seize Over 4 Tonnes of Cocaine in the Caribbean Through International Cooperation
A significant maritime operation has resulted in the seizure of more than 4.2 tonnes of cocaine by the French authorities in the Atlantic Ocean, in the Caribbean area, demonstrating the effectiveness of close international and interagency cooperation. The operation stemmed from an investigation initiated by Greek authorities, who shared intelligence with the US Drug Enforcement…
Year: 2026
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- MAOC (N) Signs Two Memoranda of Understanding with Ecuadorian Police and Navy
- MAOC-N Hosts Portuguese SSI Delegation
- Spanish Authorities Make Historic Cocaine Seizure in the Atlantic Ocean With the Support of MAOC-N
- MAOC (N) Hosts Royal Canadian Mounted Police Liaison Officer at Lisbon Headquarters
- French Authorities Seize Over 4 Tonnes of Cocaine in the Caribbean Through International Cooperation
- UK Minister of State for Security visits MAOC-N and takes part in operational exercise with the Portuguese Armed Forces
- Visit of the Belgian Public Prosecutors’ Office to MAOC (N) Headquarters
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