French Consul General visits Sharjah Police Academy

Strengthening UAE-France relations

This visit reflects the strong ties between the United Arab Emirates and France, showcasing the academy's commitment to building strategic partnerships with prestigious international institutions. The goal is to elevate the security, educational, and training systems in line with global best practices.

Key discussions on security challenges

Among those welcoming the French consul was Brigadier Dr. Mohammed Khamis Al Othmani, the academy's director, along with several department heads. During the meeting, important topics were discussed that align with the academy’s strategic direction towards international partnerships aimed at knowledge exchange and enhancing security capabilities. Vital areas of discussion included cybersecurity as a contemporary security challenge, emphasizing the importance of sharing expertise in protecting digital infrastructure and combating cyberattacks.

Focus on advanced technologies and quality improvement

The discussions also addressed data analysis and predictive security, highlighting the significance of utilizing artificial intelligence and advanced analytics in supporting proactive security decision-making. Additionally, mechanisms to enhance security operations through quality concepts and institutional excellence were reviewed, alongside collaboration in counter-terrorism efforts, including joint training and sharing advanced expertise to face modern security challenges.

Tour of academy facilities

Following the meeting, the academy organised a tour for the French consul, showcasing various educational and training facilities. He expressed deep admiration for the qualitative development in the educational infrastructure, advanced training programmes, and the innovative approach to improving security performance. He praised the high standards the academy has achieved in police education and qualification.