Major Richard Curada Luzano and Captain Modesto Dumanging Nahiwan of Philippine National Police. DUBAI POLICE
Two Philippine National Police (PNP) officers say their experience training in Dubai has given them a fresh perspective on how technology, innovation and community engagement can shape the future of policing in the Philippines.
Major Richard Curada Luzano and Captain Modesto Dumanging Nahiwan were among law enforcement officers from 45 countries who took part in the third edition of the Policing Innovation and International Leadership Diploma (PIL), organised by Dubai Police in cooperation with Rabdan Academy.
The international programme brought together police officers and law enforcement professionals to exchange ideas on leadership, innovation, smart technologies and community-focused policing.
“This programme provided me with a unique opportunity to enhance my leadership capabilities, broaden my perspective on modern policing strategies and gain valuable insights into innovative practices that can be applied within my organisation,” Luzano said.
One of his key takeaways was adaptive leadership, which he said requires strategic thinking, innovation and collaboration with different stakeholders to respond effectively to emerging challenges.
Nahiwan said he initially joined the programme to gain a global perspective on policing innovation but came away with a broader understanding of international cooperation and public service. “The programme strengthened international cooperation among participating countries and equipped me with a forward-looking mindset to develop our services in the Philippines,” he said.
For him, effective policing is ultimately about creating a positive impact, adding value to public service and maintaining legitimacy and procedural fairness.
Dubai’s smart policing makes an impression
Dubai Police’s use of technology was among the aspects that stood out to the two PNP officers.
Luzano highlighted Dubai’s Smart Police Stations (SPS), which provide self-service access to police services around the clock.
He described the system as “innovation at its finest”, particularly because of its combination of accessibility and privacy. Nahiwan said Dubai Police’s wider use of advanced technology and smart infrastructure demonstrated the organisation’s focus on innovation and public service.
The exchange also gave Luzano and Nahiwan an opportunity to share policing practices from the Philippines with their international counterparts. Luzano discussed the PNP’s community engagement strategies and proactive approaches to crime prevention, while Nahiwan shared experiences involving community partnerships, crisis adaptability and operational resilience.
The officers said learning from participants representing different countries provided a broader understanding of the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies and the different approaches used to address them.
The international network created through the programme also highlighted the importance of cooperation in tackling transnational crime, sharing intelligence and exchanging policing practices.
The two PNP officers now hope to apply the lessons they gained in Dubai to their work in the Philippines.
Luzano said he plans to use the experience to strengthen his leadership approach and encourage a stronger culture of innovation, particularly in community engagement and strategic problem-solving.
Nahiwan intends to promote technology-enabled and community-centred approaches while working to strengthen police legitimacy and improve public service delivery. ICA/Expat Media
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