Prospects of developing the system of counteraction to international terrorism in Russia and the world

Abstract

This article discusses main prospects for the development of the system of combating international terrorism. It is pointed out that international terrorism is now a major problem of national security in many countries. The author noted that in the fight against international terrorism United Nations cooperation with regional institutions and forums such as the Shanghai cooperation organization, the African Union and the Organization of Islamic cooperation should be reviewed to ensure that their activities conform to the norms in human rights and international law. At the same time, the strengthening of the role of public authorities, especially legislative bodies, should be translated into more practical aspects and ensure their effective participation in the development of criminal policy at the national level. That is especially true in the fight against international terrorism. To some extent, that will require changing in the political culture, what will enable many States to recognize especially the role of especially inter-state associations as equal partners in achieving the common goal of ensuring a high level of security. It is concluded that the revival of long-term strategic competition, the rapid spread of new technologies, as well as new concepts of terrorist warfare and a wide range of conflicts require joint efforts by all progressive countries, structured in accordance with the new reality.