Terrorism Policy Profile

Terrorism Profile - US 03/10/2005
The U.S. activity on anti-terrorism policy has been broad and expansive, particularly on surveillance policy.

Terrorism Profile - EU 03/10/2005
Each legislature in each European Union Member State has introduced legislation to respond to terrorist attacks in 2001 but also to subsequent attacks across Europe.

Terrorism Profile - Cuba 23/03/2005
The is law defines actions that constitute terrorism and the corresponding punishments for such actions. The Act defines the jurisdiction of the Cuban government in combating terrorism and emphasizes international cooperation in these matters.

Terrorism Profile - Azerbaijan 21/02/2005
The Azerbaijan Terrorism Law defines terrorism and related terms for the purposes of enforcement and prosecution. The administrative body for dealing with terrorism, the Operational Staff, is outlined as are the duties of the Chief of Operational Staff. The Act details the scope of investigative powers, the rights of citizens and the mechanics of prosecution.

Terrorism Profile - Fiji 03/02/2005
The Fiji Civil Aviation (Security) Act 1994 defines acts related to airport security and establishes the post of Minister for overseeing implementation and enforcement of the Act. The powers of the police and airport security staff, working under the Minister, are also outlined.

Terrorism Profile - India 03/02/2005
The India Prevention of Terrorism Ordinance 2001 outlines the procedures for dealing with terrorist acts and defines membership of Terrorist Organisations. Special consideration is paid to sections about the interception of communications and search and seizure, as both contain potential privacy infringements. This policy was repealed in May 2004 following a general election.

Terrorism Profile - Uganda 19/12/2004
Uganda's struggle against terrorism is tightly linked to domestic strife.

Terrorism Profile - Chile 19/09/2004
Chile has been active in international co-operation and in implementing national law.

Terrorism Profile - Ecuador 19/09/2004
Although Ecuador has generally supported US counterterrorism initiatives, the Government’s weak financial controls, inadequately trained security personnel, and widespread document fraud limit its counterterrorism efforts.

Terrorism Profile - Mexico 19/09/2004
Mexico remained a strong supporter of the global war on terrorism during 2002. The Mexican Senate ratified three international conventions on counterterrorism.

Terrorism Profile - Paraguay 19/09/2004
Paraguayan authorities have taken numerous steps to disrupt illicit networks that supply substantial funds to Middle East terrorist groups.

Terrorism Profile - Peru 19/09/2004
Peru has been actively updating its anti-terrorism laws, in part due to constitutional challenges.

Terrorism Profile - Uruguay 19/09/2004
Uruguay is a party to eight of the 12 international conventions and protocols relating to terrorism.

Terrorism Profile - Colombia 19/09/2004
An overview of the legal and political situation in Colombia.

Terrorism Profile - Venezuela 19/09/2004
Venezuela's Government has been active in implementing new laws though has not yet ratified international conventions.

Terrorism Profile - Argentina 19/09/2004
Argentina has been active in responding to international requests and implementing international conventions.

Terrorism Profile - Brazil 19/09/2004
The Government of Brazil extended practical, effective support to US counterterrorism efforts in 2002. Authorities have been cooperative, following up on leads provided by the US Government on terrorist suspects.

Terrorism Profile - Bolivia 19/09/2004
Bolivia is party to some anti-terrorism conventions and participates in other countries' investigations.

Terrorism Profile - South Africa 17/06/2004
When the events of September 2001 were taking place in the United States, South Africa was already recovering from an intense debate regarding its Anti-Terrorism Bill. In fact since 1996 the country has been trying to establish an anti-terorrism law.