“Europol and Eurojust are at the core of the EU’s response to organised criminal networks, terrorists and hostile actors that are operating across borders, globally and online, and increasingly abusing artificial intelligence”, the European Commission explains in a statement. “As the EU’s centre for law enforcement cooperation, Europol helps Member States connect information, expertise and investigations – this is key in investigating cross-border cases as no national authority holds the full picture of today’s criminal threats”. Under the new rules, Europol will better support Member States with: more efficient and secure information exchange; stronger operational support for Member States; by automating processes and pooling common resources. The new mandate will significantly strengthen Eurojust’s capacity to support national authorities through: stronger capabilities and operational support; further support in emerging areas of crime; “stronger governance and decision-making”; and an integrated EU criminal justice system.