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The International Criminal Police Organization, Interpol, awarded Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance, with the Interpol Medal of the highest class, which is the highest medal issued by the organization for senior international figures.
A statement from the General Directorate of National Security stated that Interpol explained that awarding this high and prestigious medal is "recognition of the exceptional efforts made by the Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance in the Kingdom of Morocco to enhance security and stability at the regional and international levels, and to consolidate the values of partnership and solidarity between Arab countries and the Interpol organization". According to the statement, Interpol confirmed in its testimony that this "medal reflects the organization's appreciation for Mr. Abdellatif Hammouchi's firm commitment to supporting international cooperation in the field of law enforcement, and his effective contribution to building a safer and more just world for all, as well as appreciation for his leadership and distinguished role in promoting Arab and international security cooperation, and supporting the paths of joint work between Arab countries and the Interpol organization to combat transnational organized crime." The same source pointed out that the awarding and handing over of the medal took place during the closing session of the General Assembly of the International Criminal Police Organization – Interpol, currently held in Marrakech, under the supervision of the President of the Organization, its Secretary General, and members of its Executive Committee, and in the presence of the delegates of the member states and the heads of participating international and regional organizations.
