DOHA: In the presence of Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Supreme Council of the Police Academy, HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Police Academy celebrated multiple significant milestones on Monday.
The ceremony marked the graduation of the ninth mandatory qualifying course for male graduates of civil universities, the second mandatory qualifying course for female graduates of civil universities, and the fourth group of graduates from the fifth edition of the "Police of Tomorrow" programme.
The ceremony featured a visual film detailing the journey of the graduates from recruitment through to the completion of their training. This integrated programme included both theoretical and practical aspects of police work. Graduates took an oath, committing themselves to the responsibility of defending and serving the nation.
The Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) presented certificates to 96 male and female officer candidates from the Ministry of Interior and Lekhwiya Force.
Major Eid Bulayhin Hazam Al Qahtani, the course commander, highlighted the comprehensive nature of the training, which covered theoretical, scientific, legal, and practical police training. He emphasized the programme's aim to equip officers with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the challenges of modern policing.
In a speech on behalf of the graduates, Officer Candidate Abdullah Abdulaziz Al Ansari commended the training program and acknowledged the efforts made to prepare them for their professional roles in the police force, aligning with international training standards.
Sheikh Khalifa also attended the graduation ceremony of the fourth group of the fifth edition of the "Police of Tomorrow" programme (Summer 2024), which included around 400 students.
The event showcased films on the "Police of Tomorrow" programme, the importance of cybersecurity and the fight against cybercrimes, and the efforts of security personnel in combating drug trafficking.
The ceremony included live demonstrations of self-defence and shooting skills, reflecting the advanced training received by the "Police of Tomorrow" participants. The programme comprises military and sports exercises such as infantry, shooting, swimming, and self-defence, educational lectures and field visits.
The "Police of Tomorrow" programme aims to instila deep sense of national identity and authentic Arab and Islamic values, enhance the spirit of loyalty and belonging among the youth, and develop self-confidence through an integrated training and educational programme.
This event underscores the commitment of the Police Academy to producing well-rounded, highly skilled officers capable of meeting the evolving demands of modern policing.
