Outlining its programme and methodology , the Mechanism decided to give high priority to tracing sanction violations in the areas of arms , military equipment , diamonds and finances , and travel and representation . It further decided : ( a ) to seek the cooperation of the International Criminal Police Organization ( ICPO ) -Interpol ; ( b ) to use strict evidentiary standards in its investigations , and ( c ) to allow the right of reply to those against whom allegations concerning sanctions violations had been made .