PNP chief, Israel envoy discuss joint training, intel-sharing programs

MANILA, Philippines — Acting Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. met with Israel Ambassador to the Philippines Dana Kursh to discuss “intelligence sharing and joint training programs.”

Nartatez received Kursh at the PNP headquarters in Camp Crame, Quezon City, on Tuesday.

In a statement on Wednesday, Nartatez said, “During the discussions, both sides identified practical initiatives for intelligence sharing, personnel exchanges, and joint training programs.”

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“The exchange of best practices is important to us to further improve our services for the people. International cooperation provides us access to advanced technologies, training, and operational strategies,” the top cop added.

Nartatez further said he aimed to strengthen the PNP’s capabilities, professional development, and programs for the community by “expanding collaboration with other allied nations.”

Kursh was appointed as Israel’s ambassador to the Philippines last August. /dl