Taipei 101, Taiwan’s iconic skyscraper, lit up in blue on Saturday evening to honor police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty, as part of a global tribute initiated by the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol).
The event was organized by the National Police Agency (NPA) in cooperation with the Friends of the Police Association of the Republic of China to mark the International Day of Remembrance for Fallen Police Officers.
From 6pm to 10pm on Saturday, the exterior of Taipei 101 lit up in blue and displayed messages in Chinese and English honoring police officers who lost their lives while protecting the public and upholding the rule of law.
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Interpol had invited member countries to illuminate police headquarters, local stations and some of the world’s most recognizable landmarks in blue, the NPA said.
“Even though Taiwan is not a member of Interpol, we are more than willing to take part in these meaningful efforts, demonstrating our determination and capability to actively engage in international law enforcement cooperation,” the agency said in a statement.
NPA Director-General Chang Jung-hsin (張榮興) said he hoped the tribute would help the public better understand the significance of police work.
Photo copied by Chiu Chun-fu, Taipei Times
The NPA’s headquarters, the Criminal Investigation Bureau building and police stations across Taiwan were also lit up in blue.
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