Abu Dhabi hosts Asian police dialogue on safer communities
Dubai: Police and crime-prevention officials from across Asia gathered in Abu Dhabi to exchange ideas on community policing, public trust, and new approaches to building safer communities. The discussion has taken place on September 29 during a Philippine-led ancillary session at the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, held at the ADNEC Centre. Titled “Community…
In Abu Dhabi, police and crime-prevention officials from Asian nations convened to exchange ideas on community policing and building safer communities. The meeting occurred on September 29 during a Philippine-led session at the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, held at the ADNEC Centre. Organized by the Philippines' National Police Commission (Napolcom) and held in partnership with several agencies, the dialogue aimed to explore innovative local approaches to crime prevention.
Representatives from the Philippines, Japan, Singapore, and Korea shared their experiences and tactics for effective community policing. A key takeaway was that there is no universal model for community policing, as strategies need to be tailored to local realities, institutional structures, cultural contexts, and the relationship between law enforcement and communities.
The discussions emphasized the importance of building public trust and fostering cooperation between police, local governments, and citizens. Participants also stressed the value of preventive and people-centered approaches to public safety, rather than relying solely on reactive measures after crimes occur.
As the world faces new digital-era challenges, the talks addressed how community policing must adapt. Police must evolve to address emerging risks that extend beyond physical neighborhoods into digital spaces. The session also showcased how community policing supports crime prevention efforts and aligns with the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
The Philippine-led session provided a platform for Asian law enforcement and crime-prevention institutions to share knowledge and strengthen regional cooperation. Delegates have expressed support for ongoing exchanges of knowledge and practices to adapt lessons from different countries to local communities, with the aim of building trust, preventing crime, and fostering safer, more resilient communities across Asia and beyond.
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