From 5-8 November, the Center of Excellence in Border Security in Ungheni hosted a training course on advanced techniques for object operation, detection, and analysis using inspection and scanning equipment to combat smuggling.

The course, organized by IOM Moldova with support from EUBAM and FRONTEX, was led by EUBAM customs expert Daniel Luca. A total of 11 Moldovan border police officers and 8 customs officers participated, gaining theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The training focused on using portable X-ray scanners and advanced search techniques for vehicles, including minivans, buses, and trucks. This initiative enhances the capacity of border and customs authorities to detect and combat smuggling more effectively.