Rwanda and South Korea have signed a new police cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening the fight against cross-border crime while improving the skills and capacity of their law enforcement agencies.
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Police chiefs formalize renewed security cooperation
The agreement was signed in Seoul on Thursday, August 20, 2026, by Rwanda’s Inspector General of Police, CG Felix Namuhoranye, and his South Korean counterpart, YOO Jae-Sung, according to Imvaho Nshya.
The agreement establishes a framework for continued cooperation between the two police forces, particularly in addressing crimes that cross national borders.
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Information sharing to strengthen crime prevention
Under the agreement, the two countries will share information that can help prevent and combat crime, while also exchanging knowledge and expertise.
The cooperation will include joint training and other initiatives designed to strengthen the ability of police officers in both countries to respond effectively to emerging security threats.
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Focus on criminal gangs and transnational crime
The partnership is also expected to enhance efforts against criminal gangs and other forms of crime whose activities extend across different countries.
By exchanging experience and knowledge in security matters, the two police institutions aim to improve the professional capacity of their personnel and strengthen their ability to tackle complex criminal activities.
The signing ceremony was also attended by Rwanda’s Ambassador to South Korea, Nkubito Manzi Bakuramutsa.
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New security deal builds on growing bilateral ties
The police agreement adds a new dimension to the broader cooperation between Rwanda and South Korea, which extends across several sectors.
According to Imvaho Nshya, the two countries cooperate in areas including technology, trade, investment, technical and vocational education (TVET), medical technology, agriculture and human resource development.
The latest agreement is expected to further deepen bilateral relations by expanding cooperation into security and police capacity development.
