Miriam Longo
Coordinator - Crimes Against Children Unit
Operation Eclipse – A Regional Collaborative Model for Combating Child Sexual Exploitation
Operation Eclipse demonstrated that structured interagency collaboration, combining ICSE database integration, Notice-based fugitive tracking, and sustained bilateral engagement, effectively disrupts child sexual exploitation networks. The collaborative workflow established with participating countries shows strong potential for replication in future operations.
The operation underscored that successful outcomes hinge on robust interagency cooperation, where clear communication channels and coordinated workflows enable timely intelligence sharing and joint action. Effective coordination mechanisms, including regular bilateral meetings and dedicated task force gatherings, proved essential for maintaining operational momentum and adapting to evolving investigative needs across borders.
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