OSCE Presence in Albania supports National Bureau of Investigation in strengthening investigative capacities
On 24 May, the OSCE Presence in Albania wrapped up a three-day training programme for 16 newly selected and vetted National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) investigators.
The training programme aimed at boosting up the overall capacities of the newly-established NBI to conduct criminal investigations against high-level corruption and transnational organized crime groups. The training focused on topics, such as special techniques in investigating organized crime outfits, the fight against corruption and the legality of processing personal data. The modules were delivered in conjunction with the Austrian Embassy in Albania, the Austrian Federal Criminal Police, and the Albanian Office of the Commissioner on Personal Data Protection and Right to Information.
Commenting on the training activity, the NBI Director, Aida Hajnaj, praised the support of international partners aimed at ensuring the further consolidation and growth of this law enforcement body. “The training of investigators is a special process that calls for particular attention, as it is directly related to the constant development of the investigators’ professional skills and the tangible results of their work in investigating organized crime and high-level corruption. We encourage and welcome the holding of many other similar activities in the future, as the best evidence to our partnership,” she said.
This activity was held in the framework of a joint cross-departmental support provided by the OSCE Presence on supporting Albanian law enforcement to tackle serious and organized crime and improve regional co-operation. In line with its mandate to assist Albanian law enforcement agencies in building capacities, improving professionalism, and supporting police development and reform, the OSCE Presence in Albania will continue to support the consolidation and efficient functioning of the NBI, in co-operation with United States’ ICITAP and other international partners.