knowledge on how to think critically, broadly, analytically, and wisely in strategic intelligence gathering and assessments. On 16-20 December, the DSPS organized on-the-job-training on combating local drug markets and the business of street drug dealers through undercover operations in Istanbul and Bursa, Turkey. Eight police officers were taught about the general drug types, smuggling routes, legal justification for undercover operations. They also practised the usage of technical devices for surveillance and designed a second life story as undercover agents. The group was also briefed about the development of police investigation tactics, including special techniques such as wiretapping, physical surveillance, use of undercover operations and agents, as well as about the processes in recruiting, training and developing skills of agents. Real case operations in combating trafficking in human beings, drugs, arms, and antiques were largely explained by the undercover agents, and scenarios involving real agents acting as drug dealers, were demonstrated. Cybercrime Continuing to support KP in fighting cybercrime, from 15-26 April, the DSPS organized a twoweek training course on “Network Forensics” for 15 investigators from different departments of KP. The course was in line with the existing forensic and cybercrime investigative procedures, using the same fundamental methodology to investigate, recover and analyse evidence from network-based devices and Internet communications. The course enhanced the capacities of investigators to effectively investigate organized crime and terrorist groups who use the Internet for their communication and illegal activities. At the end of the course, participants were expected to be able to follow cyber footprints of attackers and criminals/targets, and analyse evidence from the network environment. Financial Investigations/Money-laundering On 18-22 November, the DSPS delivered an advanced money laundering training course to investigators of KP. By providing them with an update of Kosovo’s legislation and new financial investigation techniques, the goal of this training was to enhance the officers’ capabilities to tackle issues of such nature, thus armouring them with the necessary skills to tackle serious organized crime and terrorist activities. Furthermore, the training focused on developing a strategic action plan; analysing and drafting reports involving financial transactions; as well as preparing court orders for the prosecutor. Corruption On 16-20 September, the DSPS assisted the OSCE BMSC in delivering a training programme that focused on tackling corruption. The course which was held in Vienna was part of the BMSC’s syllabus to enhance the knowledge of senior border security and management representatives, in an effort to promote greater co-operation and information sharing. In total, 29 officers from 19 countries learned about corruption, the various types to be considered and the motivating factors surrounding the subject. To tackle these issues, preventative strategies and investigative procedures were presented, supported by case studies. From 9-13 December, the DSPS delivered an “Advanced Anti-Corruption Course” to 18 specialist investigators of KP, Customs and the Anti-Corruption Agency. The goal of the course was to enhance the capabilities of investigators by providing them with the latest investigation techniques concerning corruption and misconduct. These new skills were expected to allow the police supervisors and the agencies’ officers to focus on strategies and tactics that would impact on organized crime. Course modules included anti-corruption policies and practices; bribery in the private and public sector; participation of society; co- 58