 Terrorists continue to move across borders, posing a serious threat to international peace and security. The East ASEAN growth area is a crucial travel route for terrorists and organized crime groups. The borders between Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines are all subject to such travel, both from within and outside the area. Attacks by several Islamic terror groups in the region are yet another reminder of the urgency to detect, prevent, and apprehend those in networks with violent or terrorist intentions. Operation Maharlika 3 targeted the movements of suspected transnational terrorists and organized crime groups across the region. Authorities exchanged information in real time and conducted simultaneous intelligence-led operations, supported by Interpol's policing capabilities. During the operation, law enforcement officers at border control points in Brunei, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines conducted more than 16,000 checks on individuals and cargos against Interpol and national databases. This resulted in the arrest of almost 200 suspects and the rescue of more than 120 victims of human trafficking. The timely exchange of vital police information is crucial to preventing, checking, and stopping the movement of transnational terrorists, organized crime groups, and dangerous goods. Bringing Interpol's tools and services to the front line is a major step towards achieving this goal worldwide.