The UNODC reaffirms its commitment to develop and promote the Anti Narcotics Force Academy as a regional centre of excellence in training
In addition, Major General Khawar Hanif, Director General of the Anti Narcotics Force, served as the host and emphasised the importance of counter-narcotics collaboration between the international community and Pakistan in order to effectively combat complex international drug trafficking organisations. He also gave an overview of the ANF's activities over last three years and applauded the Government of Pakistan for its continued support for anti-narcotics efforts, particularly as Pakistan faces a difficult situation with respect to its struggle against terrorism and other geopolitical security challenges. While thanking the international community, the ANF representative made a particular reference to the invaluable capacity-building assistance rendered by the UNODC. The event culminated in the inauguration by Mr. Cesar Guedes of the ANF Academy as an ISO-9001-2008 Quality Management System Accredited Academy. This great distinction was
The event was also significant in that Major General Hanif announced that it would be his final as the
The ANF representatives proudly stated their enthusiasm to collaborate with the UNODC in the next Pakistan Country Programme (2016-2019), which will have a greater impact in Pakistan and the region, through fostering national and international interagency cooperation.
|
|
|
|
|