'Respect’ to be included as a module in police training, courses

Commissioner of Police Ahmed Mohamed has announced that ‘Respect’ will be introduced as a dedicated subject or module in courses and training programs conducted for police officers.

Speaking at a ceremony held on Sunday to inaugurate the Hithadhoo Police Station in Laamu Atoll, the Commissioner stated that, following the launch of a national campaign to promote respect, arrangements have been made to incorporate a ‘Respect’ module into the Maldives Police Service's basic training course, as well as its specialised operational and technical training program.

The CP noted that the inclusion of the module would significantly contribute to instilling the values of mutual respect, upholding professional standards, and protecting human dignity in police training. He emphasised that respect is a fundamental quality police officers must uphold when providing public service and in all their interactions with others.

Furthermore, the CP stated that incorporating the module into police courses would help foster a culture of mutual respect and preserve human dignity among future generations of police officers.

The five-year national project to promote respect is an initiative launched by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu to revive longstanding Maldivian traditions of refined Islamic etiquette and mutual respect.

Officially launching the campaign at a ceremony held last night, the President highlighted the importance of upholding respect and dignity at all levels of society.