Two Officers To Attend Liaison Training In China
By Achong Tanjong

Bandar Seri Begawan - Two officers from Brunei Darussalam have left for China to join their counterparts from Asean member countries to attend a one-year training programme for Asean Law Enforcement Liaison Officers (ALELO) from September 7, 2006 to September 6, 2007 in Beijing.

The training programme is conducted by the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) of the People's Republic of China in collaboration with Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU). The two officers are the Royal Brunei Police Force's ASP Mohd. Sahri Haji Ahmad, Assistant Officer Commanding Muara Police District Cum District Crime Officer, Muara District Police and Senior Narcotic Officer 1, Istiq Fathi Shahrizal Hj. Razali from the Narcotics Control Bureau.

In an interview, they expressed their gratitude and appreciation to His Majesty's Government especially to Prime's Minister Office for giving them the opportunity to attend the course.

"God willing, we will do our best effort to make use of the opportunity and uphold the good name and image of the country," they said. They thanked the Commissioner of Police and Director of Narcotics Control Bureau for their trust and support. The Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Brunei is assisting them in terms of logistical support.

The two officers are among the first group of officers from Asean member countries to undergo the training programme under the China-Asean MoU on Cooperation in the Field of Non-traditional Security Issues.

The programme aims to strengthen cooperation between China and Asean member countries in combating transnational crime. The programme provides a platform for law enforcement officials in Asean member countries in charge of cooperation with China to have a better understanding of the Chinese language,, culture,. laws and policing procedures.

The programme also aims to strengthen coordination and cooperation between law enforcement agencies of China and Asean member countries to better facilitate the fight against transnational crime.

All expenses for the one-year course is funded by the MPS, including one return air ticket between Beijing and the capital city of origin, tuition fees, academic materials, medical insurance, allocated accommodation, extracurriculum activities organised by BFSU, professional studies and visits organised by MPS, and living allowances.

The training course covers three parts, namely, the Chinese language, professional training and field study.  -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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