A delegation from Réunion Island visited the Special Mobile Force (SMF) Headquarters in Vacoas during its stay in Mauritius for the ninth Mauritius–Réunion Island Security Contact Group.
The delegation received an overview of the operational capabilities of various units of the Mauritius Police Force through live demonstrations and presentations of equipment. The programme showcased specialised techniques developed to address a range of operational challenges.
Canine demonstrations were conducted by the Police Dog Unit and the Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA). Equipment used by the Groupe d’Intervention de la Police Mauricienne, the Disaster Response Unit, the Explosive Handling Unit, the National Coast Guard, the Anti-Drug Smuggling Unit, the Crime Prevention Unit and the Traffic Branch was also presented. The Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) and the MRA shared information on their capabilities and equipment.
The visit provided an opportunity for the two sides to exchange operational expertise and discuss approaches to shared security challenges. It also supported efforts to strengthen cross-border cooperation between Mauritius and Réunion Island.