Dr a f t SAD C M u t u a l D e f e n c e Pa c t OBJECTIVE 4 To promote the development of democratic institutions and practices within the territories of State Parties and encourage the observance of universal human rights as provided for in the charters and conventions of the AU and UN. Strategies / activities i) Develop a common code of conduct for law enforce ment agencies; ii) Undertake regular joint training programmes; and iii) Develop a culture of observance of the existing international provisions on Human Rights. OBJECTIVE 5 To develop close co-operation with State Security and Defence Forces of State Parties in order to address cross border crime and promote a community based approach to domestic security. Strategies / activities i) Exchange information through development of a common database on cross border crime; ii) Hold regular meetings between police and state security services; iii) Identify and implement common community-based policing initiatives; iv) Establish a common approach on contraband, counter feit and illicit trade of goods; and v) Promote cooperation and sharing of best practices on combating poaching, illegal fishing and border crime; 40

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