The Singapore Police Force (SPF) will host the 37th ASEANAPOL Conference from 12 to 14 September 2017 at Resorts World Sentosa. The ASEANAPOL Conference is an annual platform for ASEAN Police forces and international law enforcement agencies to interact, discuss and exchange views on law enforcement and transnational security issues. The theme for this year’s conference is “Powered by Innovation, Strengthened by Partnerships”
Mr Teo Chee Hean, Deputy Prime Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security, was the Guest of Honour for the opening ceremony on 13 September 2017 and delivered the keynote address. Mr K Shanmugam, Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law, was also in attendance. Commissioner of Police Hoong Wee Teck delivered the welcome address.
SPF is honoured to host the ASEANAPOL Conference this year, for the fifth time since the inception of ASEANAPOL in 1981. The Conference was attended by delegates of the 10 ASEANAPOL member countries and 18 other dialogue partners and observers.
At the opening ceremony, Mr K Shanmugam launched the electronic ASEANAPOL Database System 2.0 (e-ADS 2.0). The successful launch of e-ADS 2.0 reflects the close partnership among ASEAN Police forces and their commitment in harnessing technology to keep the ASEAN region safe and secure. The e-ADS 2.0 will facilitate better exchange of information amongst ASEAN law enforcement agencies on regional crime trends and security issues. This is crucial to effectively deal with regional security threats.
In the face of heightened security threats and the rise of transnational crimes, this conference serves as an effective platform for ASEAN Police forces to work together, and strengthen partnerships through regional cooperation.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
13 September 2017 @ 3:30 PM