The 18th UIC World Security Congress Organized by the RPF Addressed the Security Challenges in Railway Sector

摘要

The 18th UIC World Security Congress commenced in Jaipur, India, on 21st February 2023.The 3-day Conference was jointly organized by the International Union of Railways (UIC), Paris and the Railway Protection Force (RPF). The UIC-Union Internationale des chemins de fer or the International Union of Railways, established in 1922, is headquartered in Paris. It is the worldwide professional association representing the railway sector for research, development and promotion of rail transport. Its members countries and railway organization take a proactive role in the UIC working groups and assemblies where the railways' position on regional/ worldwide issues, is shaped. An active participation in the working groups is a unique opportunity to voice opinions and benefit from the weight of the railway sector at a coordinated worldwide level. The Security Platform of the UIC is empowered to develop and formulate analysis and policy positions on behalf of the global rail sector in matters relating to security of persons, property and installations.