The European Parliament has officially approved an agreement to enhance law enforcement cooperation between Europol and the Federal Police of Brazil.
This agreement facilitates the exchange of both personal and non-personal data aimed at combating serious crime and terrorism. It garnered significant support during the voting process, with 606 members in favour, five against, and 19 abstentions.
The collaboration between the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) and Brazil’s Federal Police aims to strengthen initiatives against various serious criminal activities, including drug trafficking, organised crime, corruption, and terrorism.
The agreement establishes a framework for the transfer of data to aid in investigations and includes specific provisions to safeguard fundamental rights, particularly the right to privacy and data protection.
