Russian and Turkish law enforcement and judicial authorities A force in fighting cybercrime, including the use of cryptocurrencies for illicit purposes. This cooperation was agreed during a visit to Ankara by the Prosecutor General of Russia.
Russia, Turkey arrange cooperation to combat crimes related to digital space and assets
Russian Federation Prosecutor General Igor Krasnov and Turkish Justice Minister Bekir Bozdag is a new, two-year program for interdepartmental cooperation, according to TASS. The dignitaries met in the Turkish capital.
One area where the two sides plan to coordinate efforts is combating cybercrime, including the criminal use of cryptocurrencies and other virtual assets, the report said. clarified. After concluding the agreement, Mr. Krasnov highlighted Russia’s experience in this area:
Russia has developed relevant judicial and investigative practices, and laws on digital assets have been enacted. It has been updated and the central bank’s digital ruble platform is in pilot mode. I have something to share.
Krasnov also referred to a draft convention to combat the use of high technology in crime that was submitted to the United Nations last year. He argued that Russia’s proposal would allow a wide range of acts “because such technology is widely used to promote extremist views and to try to influence the political system and the minds of ordinary people.”
At the same time, according to Russia’s Prosecutor General, the West “want to limit its understanding of cybercrime to the narrow scope of computer crime.” In our opinion, it does not reflect the true nature of cybercrime.” “
Russia faces increased sanctions introduced by Western powers in response to continued aggression against neighboring Ukraine.Moscow The unique ability to use cryptocurrencies to circumvent the restrictions that have severely limited access to global markets and finance was also targeted.
Payments with Russian Mir cards were also restricted in many jurisdictions, although some Turkish banks continued to process them. Two of these lenders have suspended deals with Mir amid pressure from the U.S. However, Turkish media reports say President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has threatened to negotiate a new settlement with Russia.
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