Вісник Харківського національного університету внутрішніх справ (Dec 2023)
Legal principles of international cooperation of the National Police of Ukraine with foreign law enforcement agencies
Abstract
Rapid integration processes require the establishment of effective cooperation both between governments and between their individual bodies, institutions and organisations in all spheres of society. Law enforcement activity is no exception, since its effective implementation is a guarantee for ensuring the formation of a security space both on the territory of the state and on its borders. The central place in the system of law enforcement agencies of Ukraine is occupied by the National Police of Ukraine, which is entrusted with many functions, including effective international cooperation with the bodies and organisations of neighbouring States, partner countries and international organisations. Based on the analysis of the legal literature, it is established that Ukrainian scholars have made attempts to outline the main aspects of international cooperation of the National Police of Ukraine, but insufficient attention has been paid to the legal framework. Therefore, based on a synthesis of theoretical developments of scholars in the context of studying the issues related to international cooperation between the National Police of Ukraine and other States, and an analysis of the provisions of the legal acts regulating the activities and procedure for interaction between the National Police and bodies, institutions and organisations of other countries, this article defines the legal framework for interaction between these entities. It has been stated that any form of international cooperation should be carried out in compliance with the following principles: legality, rule of law, partnership, efficiency, coherence of actions and means used, effective communication, and competence. It has been emphasised that it is fundamental to bring the provisions of national legislative acts in line with international legal treaties, which are the legal basis for international cooperation, in order to prevent any legal conflicts in this area. The article outlines the prospects for further research.
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