Combating terrorism

Through the Police Assistance programme, the OSCE Office in Baku assists Azerbaijan in building a more professional police force. Pictured: officers put on a variety of demonstrations to show the public what their work involves, Mingechevir, 30 June 2007.

In support of the government’s efforts to counter terrorist activities, the Office trains staff of several national security agencies on risk assessment strategies and investigative techniques. It also builds the capacity of key officials and experts to respond effectively to the threats of organized and cybercrime, and supports Azerbaijan’s membership in the International Bomb Data Centre Working Group.