New Delhi [India], September 26 (ANI): India is set to take a significant leadership role in combating economic crimes and recovering illicit assets across the Asia-Pacific region. The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) will assume the presidency of the Asset Recovery Inter-Agency Network Asia Pacific (ARIN-AP) in 2026, marking a major milestone in India’s efforts to tackle financial crimes.

India joined the ARIN-AP Steering Committee in 2024, paving the way for its presidency. It will host the ARIN-AP Annual General Meeting (AGM) in 2026, showcasing its commitment to regional cooperation.

ARIN-AP focuses on tracing, freezing, and confiscating proceeds of crime, aligning with India’s G20 priorities. The network comprises 28 member jurisdictions and nine observers, facilitating cross-border

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