Overview of the use of Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) in the OSCE Area
This document aims at highlighting the use of Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) systems among OSCE participating States and Partners for Co-operation in line with OSCE Ministerial Council Decision 6/16 on Enhancing the Use of API and United Nations Security Council Resolution 2396. It also outlines the support the OSCE Transnational Threats Department (TNTD) offers through national workshops and follow-up consultations in exploring the functions and benefits of API and PNR in combatting terrorism and transnational crime, in determining the technical assistance needs of participating States, and in identifying potential donor assistance for capacity building.
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