The Rwandan Police and the Security Service in Qatar, Lekhwiya, signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two sides in matters of security and fighting crime.

This agreement was signed on October 29, 2024, after talks with the Minister of Internal Security, Dr. Vincent and his Qatari counterpart, who also runs Lekhwiya; Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, returned to the existing cooperation between the two countries in terms of security and measures to further improve relations.

Minister Dr. Biruta and the Deputy Director General of the Rwanda Police in charge of operations, DIGP Vincent Sano, were in Doha, Qatar, where they participated in the exhibition and assembly of the security and public stability agencies ‘Milipol Qatar 2024’.

The Embassy of Rwanda in Qatar through the X account announced that the agreement strengthens the cooperation between the Rwanda Police and Lwehiya, and aims to promote the interests of both parties.

He said, “A cooperation agreement was signed between the Rwanda Police and the Security Service in Qatar, Lekhwiya. This agreement strengthens cooperation activities and promotes common security interests between Rwanda and Qatar.”

It was signed by DIGP Sano on behalf of the Rwanda Police and Maj. Gen Hamad Hassan Al Sulait on the Lekhwiya side of Qatar.

The Rwandan police announced that the agreement includes cooperation measures between the two agencies in terms of sharing experience in security management and training methods for security officers.

Both sides agreed to further develop cooperation and increase knowledge in the field of modern technology.

This agreement also aims to expand the platform by cooperating in the fight against crimes that are becoming more and more serious as the world becomes more developed.

Rwanda and Qatar Strengthen Security Cooperation with New Agreement

A significant cooperation agreement was signed on October 29, 2024, between the Rwandan Police and Qatar’s Lekhwiya security service. This agreement, signed in Doha during the Milipol Qatar 2024 exhibition, signifies a strengthening of existing security ties between the two nations. The agreement was finalized after discussions between Rwanda’s Minister of Internal Security, Dr. Vincent Biruta, and Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who also heads Lekhwiya.

The agreement focuses on several key areas:

  • Experience Sharing: Both agencies will share expertise in security management and training techniques for security personnel.
  • Technological Advancement: Collaboration will focus on leveraging modern technology to enhance security capabilities.
  • Combating Transnational Crime: The partnership aims to bolster efforts in combating increasingly sophisticated international criminal activities.

DIGP Vincent Sano signed the agreement on behalf of the Rwandan Police, while Maj. Gen Hamad Hassan Al Sulait represented Lekhwiya. The Rwandan Embassy in Qatar announced the agreement via X, highlighting its significance in furthering mutual security interests.