Lyon:Dhaka Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md Ali Hossain Fakir departed Dhaka this morning to attend the 2nd INTERPOL Global Biosecurity Conference in France.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the conference is scheduled to take place in Lyon from November 3 to 5. This international event, organized by INTERPOL's Bioterrorism Prevention Unit, will be held at INTERPOL Headquarters and will gather representatives from law enforcement agencies, partner organizations, biosecurity experts, and academics from various regions worldwide.
The conference aims to assess the current and emerging biosecurity threat landscape and explore practical measures to prevent and address potential threats. It will also provide a platform for international stakeholders to exchange expertise and discuss strategies for strengthening global biosecurity preparedness and response.
IGP Md Ali Hossain Fakir is expected to return to Bangladesh on November 7, following the conclusion of the conference, as stated in a press release from the Police Headquarters.