TLDR The International Alliance Combating Telecom and Cyber Fraud launched on September 10 with 46 founding countries 34 observer countries and 4 international organizations, including the UN and Interpol, attended the launch Founding members include China, Vietnam, Laos, Kenya, Cambodia, Pakistan, and Russia The alliance will focus on intelligence sharing, cross-border coordination, fugitive tracking, asset recovery, and joint enforcement The group aims to protect the rights and security of individuals and organizations affected by fraud
A new international group formed this week to fight telecom and cyber fraud around the world. The International Alliance Combating Telecom and Cyber Fraud was formally launched on September 10.
It started with 46 founding countries. The announcement was reported by Xinhua News Agency, citing China’s Ministry of Public Security.
The alliance was revealed during the 2026 Conference of the Global Public Security Cooperation Forum. The event brought together officials from many nations to discuss fraud prevention.
Along with the 46 founding countries, 34 observer countries also attended. Four international organizations were present too, including the United Nations and Interpol.
The founding countries include China, Vietnam, Laos, Kenya, Cambodia, Pakistan, and Russia. These nations helped set up the alliance to fight scam networks that cross borders.
Focus on Telecom and Cyber Fraud
A joint statement was released at the launch. It described telecom and cyber fraud as a global problem that needs stronger cooperation between countries.
The statement asked for a more focused and action-oriented organization. It said the alliance would follow international conventions and support a coordinated response to fraud crimes.
Telecom and cyber fraud groups often operate across many countries. This makes it hard for police to identify criminals, share information, seize assets, and take action.
The new alliance is meant to give law enforcement a shared platform. It should