The new EU information management architecture for security and border management: national perspectives

• Jurisdiction: European Union
• Year: 2024

Speaker

Marijo Rošić is a seasoned Police Officer with an illustrious career in public safety, having held prominent managerial roles within the Criminal Police and Europol HQ. His expertise spans across Government affairs, International Relations, and proficiency in both English and German. He possesses strong managerial and investigative skills in international crime, coupled with strategic planning capabilities.

As a dedicated professional, Marijo has pursued advanced studies in Law and Political Science at Justus von Liebig Universität Giessen (Germany) and has further enriched his academic credentials with studies in Law and Criminology from the Faculty of Law in Zagreb (Croatia).

His passion for knowledge extends to the realm of academia, where he has served as a lecturer and authored over 15 articles focusing on Justice and Security. Furthermore, Marijo has been instrumental as a short-term expert, senior training advisor, and project leader for multiple EU initiatives in Justice and Home Affairs, showcasing his strong business development acumen and commitment to public service.

Topic

The ERA conference in June 2023 delved into the EU's advanced Information Management Architecture tailored for Security and Border Management, with a specific focus on Croatia's national perspective. Central to this architecture is the Schengen Information System (SIS), Europe's predominant platform for security and border management. In 2022, the SIS witnessed an 82% increase in searches due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Croatia's active participation was evident as it ranked prominently in Interpol searches and hits globally.

The subsequent discussions highlighted the EU Regulation on Interoperability, aiming to integrate existing and new IT systems for enhanced data sharing efficiency. Croatia's legislative efforts in biometric data processing were emphasized, aligning with GDPR and relevant EU directives.

Operational police cooperation was a key focus, governed by the Police Cooperation Code and Prüm II Regulation. These frameworks emphasize standardized data exchange, centralized coordination, and the use of Single Points of Contact (SPOC) for streamlined...