President Daniel Chapo on Friday, 9 October, called for a strengthening of the operational capacity of the Republic of Mozambique Police (PRM) through specialised training, discipline and professionalism, warning that the exercise of authority must respect the Constitution and the fundamental rights of citizens.
The head of state was speaking at the closing ceremony of the 20th Course for Special Operations and Reserve Units of the PRM, held at Macandzene, in the district of Manhiça, Maputo Province.
On the occasion, he highlighted the need to prepare officers to confront increasingly complex forms of criminality, including terrorism, human trafficking, drug trafficking, organised and transnational crime, and cybercrime.
Chapo stressed that specialisation and enhanced operational capacity must be accompanied by high levels of discipline and accountability, reminding the graduating officers that police agents are not above the law.
He called on the graduates to carry out their duties with firmness, balance and professionalism, placing the protection of human life and the safety of citizens at the centre of their work.
The President also stated that public security is an essential condition for achieving economic independence, and advocated for the continuation of investment in the training of security personnel.
In this context, he urged greater cooperation between the PRM and the other institutions of the Defence and Security Forces through information sharing, the use of technology, and stronger operational coordination.
President Warns of Coercive Collection of Illegal Weapons
During his address, Daniel Chapo reiterated his appeal for the voluntary surrender of illegally held firearms under the Amnesty Two Operational Plan, promoted by the PRM and running until December this year.
He explained that the initiative aims to reduce the circulation of illegal or artisanal weapons and contribute to a reduction in crime.
The head of state warned, however, that once the deadline for voluntary surrender expires, authorities will proceed with the coercive collection of weapons held irregularly.
On the situation in Cabo Delgado, the President said improvements had been recorded compared with the situation two years ago, and highlighted the commitment of Mozambique's Defence and Security Forces, together with Rwandan and Tanzanian forces and the Local Force, in counter-terrorism operations in the province.
In his message to the new officers, the President also acknowledged the work carried out by the Ministry of the Interior, the PRM General Command, the management of the Macandzene Special Operations and Reserve Units Training School, and the respective instructors.
He warned, however, against police officers becoming involved in criminal practices, including corruption, illegal arms trafficking and sales, drug trafficking, and kidnapping.
Daniel Chapo concluded by calling on the graduates to fulfil their missions with responsibility, ensure respect for the law, and contribute to the maintenance of public order and security.
Source: Diário Económico
Original article: https://www.diarioeconomico.co.mz/?p=551135
