International Affairs Program

Overview
The Department of Homeland Security International Affairs Program (IAP) partners with international entities to enhance information sharing, increase situational awareness, improve incident response capabilities, and coordinate strategic policy issues. The IAP participates in a number of forums, including the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), Organization of American States (OAS), International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), and the Meridian Process.