Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Representatives of the Institute of Higher Studies under the Ministry of the Interior of France (IHEMI) visited the Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The delegation was accompanied by Cyril Guth, Attaché for Internal Security at the French Embassy in Uzbekistan.

Prior to the meeting, the guests became familiar with the Academy's activities. An overview of the institution's history and stages of development was provided, along with information on recent reforms, advanced national approaches to the educational process, international cooperation, and future goals.

A bilateral meeting followed, during which the participants discussed key areas and prospects for mutually beneficial cooperation.

Welcoming the head of the delegation, Thierry de Wilde, the Head of the Academy emphasized that friendly relations between Uzbekistan and France have continued to develop steadily and have reached the level of strategic partnership as a result of the efforts of both countries' leaders.

Additionally, he emphasized the need to increase collaboration among law enforcement agencies, particularly in light of the growing threats and security challenges.

Discussions covered a wide range of issues, including enhancing the legal framework for mutually beneficial cooperation, exchanging experience in training management personnel, training faculty and students in crisis management, maintaining public safety, combating crime, preventing cyber threats, organizing training courses on digital and artificial intelligence technologies, and implementing joint educational programs.

In turn, Thierry de Wilde expressed his appreciation for the relations between the two countries. He noted that the meeting, held in a warm and friendly atmosphere, would contribute to strengthening mutual trust, deepening cooperation, and expanding it into new mutually beneficial areas.

It should be noted that the Institute of Higher Studies under the Ministry of the Interior of France is a leading institution specializing in education, scientific research, and strategic analysis.

Its primary mission is to train highly qualified leaders in public administration, security, and justice, as well as to contribute to the improvement of state policy through scientific research and practical recommendations.

Press Service of the Academy of the MIA