At the Embassy of the Netherlands in Brussels, a strategic consultation took place between the leaders of the special intervention units from DSU (Belgium), DSI (Netherlands), and USP (Luxembourg). The aim was to enhance cross-border cooperation, with participation from members of the College of Secretaries-General of the Benelux Union.
Discussions focused on the implementation of the new Benelux Police Treaty. This treaty significantly improves cooperation between the police services of the three countries, offering new possibilities for cross-border interventions, information exchange, and the deployment of special units during acute crisis situations such as terrorist threats or hostage-taking incidents.
Participants shared their experiences on the practical application of the Treaty and explored avenues for further deepening existing cooperation. Particular attention was given to interoperability, joint training, operational preparedness, and the capacity for rapid and effective mutual assistance. The Benelux Police Treaty includes a chapter specifically dedicated to special units, enabling them to provide cross-border assistance under certain circumstances.
Representatives of the special units emphasized that cross-border cooperation under the Treaty is already a successful reality and has become a natural reflex. The Benelux countries are among Europe's most integrated partnerships in policing and security. The Benelux Police Treaty, which entered into force in 2023, is internationally regarded as an innovative framework.
This meeting reaffirmed the common ambition of the Benelux Union and the special intervention units to further enhance citizen security through effective, modern, and future-oriented cross-border cooperation.
