56 RSIPF and CSSI officers in Malaita graduate after POM training

 A total of 56 officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and Correctional Services Solomon Islands (CSSI) in Malaita have graduated during two weeks intensive Public Order Management (POM) at  Kilusakwalo on Friday last week (26 January 2024).

47 RSIPF and nine CSSI officers participated in the training. Five female officers also take part in the training.

The two weeks training was provided by China Police Liaison Team (CPLT) and Operational Safety Training (OST) of the RSIPF to upskill the capabilities of RSIPF and CSSI officers in Malaita.

During the closing ceremony, the RSIPF and CSSI officers conducted a case scenario in front of a high level delegation from Malaita Provincial government.

Guest of Honour during the graduation ceremony, the caretaker premier of Malaita province, Honourable Martin Fini said; ‘I am optimistic the training skills learned once utilized well will increase the level of competencies with confidence to handle the advanced protected POM equipment.’

“I kindly ask our Malaita RSIPF and CSSI officers to utilize the technical knowledge and skills learned during the intensive POM training. It will equip you to prepare with confidence to make better decisions in managing public disorder situations,” said the caretaker premier Fini.

Team Leader (TL) China Police Liaison Team (CPLT) Commissioner Zhao Jinyong during the closing ceremony said, “We are totally impressed by your professionalism and integrity.

Zhao said they have seen officers dropping sweat and even getting bruises in the training. ‘We have also seen senior age officers insisting on training even though they are inconvenienced by body movement. We have seen no one want to quit or refuse the training. I think that is because of your strong commitment to protecting your people and maintaining public safety and security,” he said.

Assistant Commissioner (AC) Provincial Mr. Leonard Tahnimana said this training would help develop and by building and enhancing their skills and knowledge on how to deal with disorder situations that may arise in the future.

AC Tahnimana said the training will surely elevate your POM capability level to another heights. I am truly proud of your achievement in successfully completing this training.

Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Malaita Province, Superintendent Leslie Kili said, “I would like to take this opportunity to thank the CPLT for their comprehensive and valuable POM training that they have conducted for the RSIPF and CSSI officers in Auki.”

“I urge all participants to apply what they have learned lawfully, diligently and effectively in their daily duties. Let us uphold the principles of professionalism, respect for human rights, and collaboration with the community as we strive to maintain peace and order,’ said PPC Kili.

A training participant representing the training officers, Police Constable Moses Maelaua said, “This is a historical blessing moment for us. We thank you for the success of this training program provided by CPLT.”