Brazilian Police Official Valdecy Urquiza Poised to Lead Interpol

Urquiza could become the first non-Western head of the international police body following key committee endorsement.

Valdecy Urquiza, Interpol's vice president for the Americas, received crucial backing from the executive committee.
Urquiza's potential appointment marks a historic first for a leader from a developing country.
The general assembly in Glasgow, Scotland, will make the final decision on November 7.
Current Secretary-General Jürgen Stock is ineligible for a third term under Interpol's rules.
Interpol faces budget constraints amid increasing challenges like cybercrime and child exploitation.