This report presents an overall appraisal of the prospects for international cooperation in the struggle against organized crime. In particular, this report considers the feasibility of international instruments, including a convention against transnational organized crime. It examines the merits and shortcomings of bilateral and multilateral cooperative strategies in the international struggle against organized crime. Examples of bilateralism are offered as is an assessment of both the strengths and weaknesses of this form of cooperation. Multilateral approaches at the regional level as well as more ambitious forms of multilateral cooperation are considered, such as the elaboration of a possible convention against transnational organized crime. Specific and detailed provisions that should be included in an international convention instrument are outlined as a basis for discussion and further thought. Concluding comments on international cooperation directed against transnational criminal organizations are given. Notes