Title: Chinese Police Team Trains Solomon Islands Finance Crime Investigators in Honiara

Introduction

Sixteen investigators from the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF)’s National Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) completed a four-day intensive economic crime investigation training delivered by the China Police Liaison Team (CPLT) in Honiara.

Training and Certificate Presentation

• AC Crime and Intelligence Patricia Leta expressed her gratitude towards the training.
• The course covered valuable insights into dealing with economic crimes and collecting evidence for finance fraud cases with money laundering.
• Certificates were presented to the graduating investigators on May 4, 2023.
• Among the recipients was Sergeant William Thugea, who expressed appreciation for the opportunity.

Benefits of the Training

Valuable Insights

• AC Leta assured the training would greatly assist participants in handling financial crime cases.
• AC Leta emphasized the importance of teamwork and personal growth for job satisfaction and reducing stress.

Effective Communication and Long-term Cooperation

• DTL CPLT Mr. Xu shared his positive experience and hoped for a long-term mechanism.
• CPLT expressed willingness to cooperate with RSIPF on crime fighting, talent cultivation, and equipment assistance.

New Skills and Knowledge

• Superintendent Leslie Simao acknowledged the benefits, particularly for financial crime investigations.
• Participants gained new methods, processes, and ways of handling evidence, exhibits, and interviewing people.
• Superintendent Simao urged for the continuation of such training.

Conclusion

This collaborative effort between CPLT and RSIPF marks a significant step forward in strengthening financial crime investigations in the Solomon Islands.