DUBAI, 1st April, 2024 (WAM) — Dubai Police has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Economic Security Centre of Dubai (ESCD) to enhance collaboration and coordination between both parties further and solidify their partnership in the exchange of information related to combating financial crimes.
The MoU was signed by Expert Major General Khalil Ibrahim Al Mansouri, Assistant Commandant for Criminal Investigation Affairs at Dubai Police, and Faisal Selaitin, Executive Director of the Economic Security Centre of Dubai.
Expert Major General Khalil Al Mansouri emphasised that this agreement aligns with the directives of Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, to enhance and support the state’s efforts in combating organised and cross-border crimes, including money laundering.
He further highlighted that the MoU reflects the Force’s commitment to strengthen partnerships with various government entities, semi-governmental organisations, and the private sector to ensure cohesive roles and foster effective communication among entities, ultimately achieving impactful and efficient outcomes in combating diverse forms of financial crimes.
Meanwhile, Faisal Selaitin expressed his pride in the productive partnership with Dubai Police. He emphasised that this agreement represents a significant advancement in the nation’s ongoing efforts to combat financial crimes and strengthen the emirate’s capacities to address and mitigate such crimes in various forms effectively.
He added, “It also enables the development of effective strategies to combat them aligned with the wise vision leadership to safeguard the country’s financial and economic system.”
The MoU involves collaboration in developing shared communication mechanisms between the two parties, facilitating the exchange of information, monitoring, and surveillance. It also encompasses joint awareness campaigns, enhancing the performance of employees and specialists from both sides, conducting training courses and workshops, and incorporating other supportive provisions to achieve the desired goals.