About ARIN-AP
Asset Recovery Interagency Network - Asia Pacific
The Asset Recovery Interagency Network - Asia Pacific (ARIN-AP) is an informal network of experts and practitioners in the field of asset tracing, freezing and confiscation serving as a cooperative group in tackling proceeds of crime in the Asia-Pacific region.
ARIN-AP was established in 2013 with the primary objective of strengthening international cooperation and coordination in asset recovery efforts across the Asia-Pacific region. The network facilitates information sharing, capacity building, and technical assistance among member jurisdictions.
Members & Observers
28 Member Jurisdictions
Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vanuatu, Vietnam, and others
9 Observer Organizations
International organizations and specialized agencies
Key Functions
- • Asset tracing and investigation
- • Freezing and preservation of assets
- • Confiscation and forfeiture procedures
- • International cooperation mechanisms
- • Capacity building programs
- • Information and best practice sharing
10th Annual General Meeting
Historic Milestone: The 10th AGM represents a decade of successful regional cooperation in asset recovery. This milestone event will bring together senior law enforcement officials, prosecutors, and anti-corruption experts to review achievements and plan future initiatives.
Mongolia's Role: Mongolia previously hosted the 6th AGM in Ulaanbaatar in 2019, welcoming over 100 representatives from 24 jurisdictions. The country's Asset Recovery Office has been instrumental in regional cooperation efforts.