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Dubai, United Arab Emirates– 4 January 2026: The National Police of the Dominican Republic has announced its historic first participation in the upcoming UAE SWAT Challenge 2026. This seventh edition of the prestigious international event is scheduled to take place from 7 to 11 February at the Training City in Al Ruwayyah, Dubai.
General Johnny Soto Abreu, Central Director of Police Operations for the Dominican Republic National Police, highlighted that the challenge serves as a significant global forum for specialised tactical units to exchange expertise and sharpen field operational skills. By engaging in high-stakes competitions, teams gain invaluable insights into the latest tactical methodologies used by elite units worldwide.
"It is a great honour for us to participate in the UAE SWAT Challenge in Dubai," stated General Abreu. "Our team has prepared with immense dedication and discipline to ensure we perform at our very best. Beyond the spirit of competition, we view this as a primary opportunity to share knowledge with international counterparts and bolster our operational effectiveness."
General Abreu further noted that the event fosters a unique sense of unity among teams who share a common mission: to protect and serve the public. "Every test within the challenge is an opportunity to grow that expertise. This experience allows us to refine our teamwork, precision, and tactical readiness, which ultimately improves our rapid response capabilities back home in the Dominican Republic."
Concluding his remarks, General Abreu expressed his gratitude to the organising committee: "We extend our sincere thanks to the UAE SWAT Challenge organisers for their invitation and for their support in bringing together the world's elite tactical units. From the Dominican Republic, we send our warmest greetings and best wishes for a successful event."
The 2026 challenge will see the Dominican Republic join a world-class assembly of special police units, rapid intervention teams, and tactical squads, all competing in one of the most rigorous professional policing tests in the world.
