International working groups as a promising type of international cooperation to achieve long-term sustainable results

In the context of globalization and high cross-border crime rates, the need for effective international cooperation of law enforcement agencies is only increasing. A promising type of such cooperation is the international working groups. They provide a higher level of management, exchange of intelligence, and joint action planning, which contributes to enhanced rule of law and international security. To study the best practices for establishing and managing international working groups involving the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation and foreign competent authorities and for identifying their advantages and development prospects. The paper reviews specific examples of interactions with the Republic of Belarus, Iran, Iraq, Mongolia, and Uzbekistan; their development, areas of activity, and results. International working groups help to significantly increase the performance of anti-crime activities, prevent offenses, and improve the exchange of experience and intelligence between countries. Unlike cooperation programs and plans, this interaction format is sustainable and regular and provides for personal involvement of participants making it more effective. The article argues that international working groups are a promising tool of international cooperation contributing to enhanced rule of law and international security. The study is of interest to experts in international law, supervision by the public prosecutor, and international cooperation.