Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu, has returned from the Global Public Security Cooperation Forum, held in Lianyungang City, China. This international platform sought to bring together security leaders from around the world, to discuss pressing issues of public safety and security in a global context.
During his working visit, Minister Mchunu held a bilateral meeting with the Chinese Minister of Public Security, Wang Xiaohong. The discussions centered “on enhancing cooperation between South Africa and China in the area of public security.” Both Ministers placed strong emphasis on “the crucial role of technology in crime detection and prevention,” said a statement released by the Minister.
Minister Mchunu additionally noted the importance of leveraging advanced technological tools to strengthen crime intelligence strategies, with the two agreeing to initiate joint programmes and training sessions. These will be aimed at improving the capacity of law enforcement agencies in both nations, specifically to combat sophisticated criminal activities.
Minister Mchunu further welcomed the generous financial assistance announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping during the State Visit by South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa. This funding is directed towards South Africa’s “fight against crime and corruption, reinforcing the country’s commitment to creating a safer and more secure environment for all its citizens.”
“The key takeaway from the forum is that crime is a global issue that transcends borders, and no country, regardless of its crime rate, can tackle it alone. International cooperation between countries and law enforcement agencies, such as Interpol, is essential in fighting transnational crime. Public security should never be handled in isolation; instead, it requires collaboration, consensus, and information sharing among global partners,” said Minister Mchunu.
The Minister praised the conference for offering a platform that fostered collaboration, and he reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to strengthening ties with international security agencies to combat crime effectively.
