Uzbekistan, Hungary Join Forces to Tackle Global Crime Threats

A high-level delegation from Uzbekistan, led by Interior Minister Aziz Tashpulatov, has concluded a two-day official visit to Hungary, aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in the field of law enforcement.

The visit focused on enhancing collaboration between the two countries’ interior ministries, promoting information exchange, and studying Hungary’s advanced police practices and training systems, The Caspian Post reports via Uzbek media.

During the visit, Tashpulatov met with his Hungarian counterpart, Sándor Pintér, Minister of Interior. The two officials held comprehensive talks on expanding the legal and institutional framework of cooperation and boosting inter-agency efforts to combat international terrorism, organized crime, cybercrime, and the illegal drug trade.

The ministers also discussed opportunities for direct collaboration between the Tashkent City Police Department and the Budapest Police Department, with a special focus on public safety at mass events, tourism security, cybersecurity, and digital forensics.

One of the key outcomes of the visit was the signing of a bilateral roadmap for cooperation in 2025-2026, outlining shared priorities and joint initiatives.

In Budapest, the Uzbek delegation also visited key institutions, including the National Cybersecurity Institute, where they discussed methods for tackling emerging cyber threats, enhancing joint response mechanisms, and offering joint training programs.

At the International Law Enforcement Academy, the delegation explored Hungary’s experience in global police training, while also identifying opportunities for Uzbek specialists to participate in future programs.

The team also toured the Budapest Police Department, where they were introduced to the “Smart City” video surveillance system, predictive threat analysis tools, and real-time force deployment technologies. Discussions highlighted the value of practical cooperation between the police departments of the two capital cities.

The delegation later visited Hungary’s Counter-Terrorism Centre, where they observed strategies for detecting radicalization, tracking international terror networks, and monitoring online threats.

The visit concluded at the Hungarian Police Academy, where Uzbek officials met with Director of the Academy Ernö Krauser to discuss training and exchange programs, including opportunities for internships for Uzbek cadets and instructors.