NPS to collaborate with South Korean police service - IG Kanja

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja on Monday held a meeting with South Korean Ambassador to Kenya and Permanent Representative to UNEP and UN-Habitat Kang Hyung-Shik at the National Police Service (NPS) headquarters.

The meeting focused on strengthening collaborative efforts between the Kenya and the South Korean Police Services.

The two discussed ongoing and potential cooperation areas such as technology transfer, capacity building, and security training.

IG Kanja expressed profound appreciation for the continued support from the South Korean government, particularly in logistical and technical areas.

“I would like to express my appreciation for the continued support that the South Korean government has shown to us, most especially in logistical and technical areas," the IG said.

 He also highlighted that the NPS is currently advancing its service delivery through the automation of core functions, including the digitisation of the Occurrence Book (OB), as part of the NPS Strategic Plan 2023–2027.

The IG emphasised his commitment to further collaboration, especially in leveraging South Korea’s technological expertise, noting the importance of bolstering joint initiatives through international frameworks such as INTERPOL to combat transnational crimes, including human trafficking, drug trafficking, terrorism, and money laundering.

Ambassador Kang, on his part, praised the warm bilateral relations between Kenya and South Korea.

He highlighted the growing Korean community and business presence in Kenya, reinforcing the depth of cooperation beyond the security sector.

“ I am optimistic that there is going to be an enhanced partnership between South Korea and Kenya," Kang Hyung-Shik said.

South Korea and Kenya are cooperating in several security-related areas, including maritime security, and are also exploring potential collaborations in the field of AI for military applications. 

They have established diplomatic relations since 1964 and have a history of strong bilateral ties, with Kenya being the first country in sub-Saharan Africa where South Korea established an embassy.