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On 14 January 2026, Red Notice Monitor Editor Rhys Davies publishes a piece in Solicitors Journal on how authoritarian states exploit Interpol Red Notices as a tool of transnational repression, and the remedies available to those who find themselves targeted.
China has become one of the most sophisticated users of the Interpol Red Notice system – and one of the most problematic. What distinguishes Chinese cases from those of other abusive states is the breadth of the campaign.
China is increasingly exploiting Interpol Red Notices as part of a sophisticated campaign of transnational repression, posing a serious risk to individuals and international law enforcement alike. Red Notices are used to locate targets and then apply pressure through threats to family members, asset freezes, surveillance, and coercive “persuasion to return” tactics.
Another controversial moment in international policing
Ben Keith’s and Rhys Davies’ latest piece in The Economist on how to address systemic abuse by authoritarian states
Ben Keith comments in the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists on how Chinese authorities allegedly misused Interpol to pursue political and financial targets abroad — including one of the world’s richest men.
Rhys Davies Featured in The Guardian on 29 April 2025
Leading Interpol lawyers Ben Keith and Rhys Davies address Parliament, exposing Interpol abuse and urging stronger UK leadership
China’s misuse of INTERPOL poses global threat to human rights and international law enforcement.
Beijing’s long arm could reach deeper into British justice as the UK chases Chinese investment, raising alarms over complicity in political persecution
Ben Keith comments explores the need for reform at INTERPOL following the appointment of the new Secretary General
IBA expert panel on Interpol and rule of law to discuss Red Notice system challenges and reforms for transparency and to prevent abuse.
Red Notice Monitor organised a panel to discuss China's misuse of Interpol's Red Notice system and how this is targeting Uyghurs.
Red Notice lawyers discuss the UN periodic review and China's ongoing use of Interpol to repatriate Uyghurs.
Join us in an online discussion on the pressing issue of China's misuse of INTERPOL in targeting Uyghurs abroad.
Despite efforts by Interpol, manipulation of the Red Notice system remains a convenient way for China to extend its influence.