The agreement, between Rwanda National Police and Qatar Internal Security Force, was signed in Doha on Tuesday, October 30, 2024, during Milipol Qatar 2024, a global exhibition and conference focused on homeland security and safety.
Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) in charge of Operations, Vincent Sano, and Major General Hamad Hassan Al Sulait signed the MoU on behalf of the two institutions.
Rwanda's Minister of Interior, Dr. Vincent Biruta, and Commander of Lekhwiya, Qatar's Internal Security Force, H.E. Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, witnessed the signing.
In a statement, the Rwanda National Police noted that the agreement paves the way for the RNP and Lekhwiya to exchange expertise on operational procedures and training in internal security systems.
'The two parties committed to further provide mutual support and to explore the latest technologies,' the statement reads.
The agreement also opens additional channels for deeper cooperation and joint efforts to address emerging security challenges.
Officers from Rwanda's security forces have recently benefited from the deepening ties between the two countries.
In August, 100 personnel from the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Military Police completed a six-week intensive training program focused on counter-terrorism, VIP protection, and anti-riot tactics.
The training, held at the Rwanda Military Academy Gako, was part of a partnership between the RDF and Qatar Armed Forces.
Wycliffe Nyamasege
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