Despite ongoing challenges in the region, EUPOL COPPS and the Palestinian Civil Police (PCP) proudly launched the first-ever Criminal Investigative Specialised Training Programme on 7–8 June in Jericho.

This intensive eight-week course is designed to enhance the skills of criminal investigators and promote evidence-based policing aligned with international standards.

Developed in close collaboration between EUPOL COPPS and PCP, the programme blends European best practices with Palestinian expertise, delivered by Palestinian police trainers to ensure long-term sustainability.

At the opening ceremony at the Palestinian College for Police Sciences, Head of Mission Karin Limdal reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to supporting the Palestinian security and justice sectors, calling the initiative a vital step toward a modern, sustainable criminal investigative training system.

The programme draws on insights from European criminal investigation services, including Slovenia and Germany, and was created in partnership with PCP’s Training Administration, Criminal Investigation Department, and other investigative units.