The training course was organised by the INTERPOL Secretariat (IPSG) to enhance the ability of its members in combatting transnational crimes.

The INTERPOL Global Police Communications System, commonly known as I-24/7 system, was introduced by IPSG for its 187 member countries. The system adopts an advanced encryption technology to achieve secure exchange of information among member countries on the Internet. The system not only speeds up exchange of criminal intelligence but also facilitates quick police response and strengthens efficiency and accuracy for case enquiry. Currently, INTERPOL databases contain details of lost or stolen travel documents, missing vehicles, fingerprints, photos, DNA and personal profiles of fugitives, all of which have made contributions to the successful joint operations by member countries in combatting transnational crimes.

A total of 56 delegates from 29 INTERPOL member countries in Asia, South Pacific and the Middle East attended the workshop and learned the latest developments and functions of the INTERPOL communications system. The workshop also provided a valuable opportunity for all delegates to explore the future development of the system.

The two LB officers passed a simulation test and received certificates in recognition of their efforts and contributions to the training programme.

WDPC Kan sees her participation in the overseas training course as the management's support for Junior Police Officers' career developments. With her successful completion of the training course, she is convinced that officers at all ranks possess a high learning ability and are prepared to meet challenges in seeking improvement.

During the workshop, both officers took the opportunity to introduce the Force's work and Hong Kong's social and geographical uniqueness to other delegates. WDSIP Wong described the content of the course as "wide-ranging" and "thought-provoking". She was particularly pleased to have met her counterparts from other countries, and shared knowledge and experience with them.

Seeing the INTERPOL communications system as an important tool to combat transnational crime, both officers encourage Force members to consult LB if they require information from the INTERPOL databases for their investigation work.

WDSIP Wong Hau-suen (third from right), WDPC Kan Ka-lai (fourth from right), INTERPOL Secretariat Regional Specialised Officer Raouf Ataliah (middle) and the participants from Brunei Darussalam