Key government leaders, foreign ministers, and representatives from Pacific Police Forces gathered in Sagafili Village, Apia, Samoa, for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) focused on Pacific Policing.
Attendees included Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa, Tonga’s Prime Minister Siaosi Ofa ki Vahafolau Sovaleni, New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, and Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. They collectively highlighted the significance of shared values, collaborative efforts in regional security, and the effects of climate change on the Pacific Policing Initiative.
The Pacific Policing Initiative aims to improve regional policing capabilities and combat transnational crimes such as drug trafficking and cybercrime. The initiative features the deployment of the first-ever Pacific police support group, demonstrating the power of regional collaboration.
Additionally, the initiative emphasizes the importance of cultural sensitivity and transparency in law enforcement efforts, prioritizing community engagement and professional training.
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