26th - 29th November 2024, RDTC Hong Kong, China

From November 26th - 29th 2024, WCO RDTC Canine, Enforcement and Detection Capacity Building Workshop was hosted in Hong Kong, China. With a generous invitation from Hong Kong Customs, Mr. Jun Tajima, Head of ROCB A/P, participated in the workshop.

Organized in collaboration with Hong Kong Customs and the ROCB A/P, the workshop brought together 25 participants from 15 Customs Administrations. The goal was to strengthen canine-based law enforcement capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region by addressing emerging smuggling trends, sharing best practices, and promoting regional cooperation.

Several presentations were made by the participants and they asked many questions regarding their operations, as well as exchanged views on breeding, training methods and new IT equipment for K9 management among others.

Participants were also given an opportunity to explore facilities at Hong Kong Customs College (HKCC), the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB), Hong Kong WCO RDTC and Kwai Chung Customhouse (KCCH), where participants witnessed K9 team in action.

The workshop successfully enhanced the expertise of Customs Administrations in the region, promoting stronger partnerships and innovative solutions to tackle international smuggling challenges.

For more information, please contact rocb@rocbap.org