Between January 13 and 17, employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs participated in the international course on tracking dual-use items. The event was organized with the support of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) of the U.S. Department of Defense, in cooperation with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. Department of Justice.
The course, part of the International Counterproliferation Program, focused on enhancing national capabilities to investigate and prevent the unauthorized use of goods, technologies and services that can be used for both civilian and military purposes. These dual-use items, while commonly used in civilian industries, can also serve military purposes, including weapon development, defence systems or other applications impacting national and international security.
The training session was opened by the Secretary General of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Vladislav Cojuhari, who highlighted: "Dual-use items are a byproduct of technological progress and carry significant responsibility. They can serve as bridges to innovation or, if poorly managed, can create vulnerabilities. It is therefore crucial that their management is guided by sound practices to transform their potential into a pillar of security and sustainable development."
Participants gained valuable insights from experts through case studies, practical exercises, and presentations on international export control regimes and the latest investigative techniques.