A Memorandum of Agreement signed on 18 June 2026 between Vanuatu Police Force Commissioner, Kalshem Bongran and Chief Statistician, KAP Calo Andy will strengthen the use of crime data to support decision-making and national planning.

Under the partnership, anonymised crime data will be shared with the Vanuatu Bureau of Statistics for analysis and reporting, helping provide a clearer picture of crime trends across the country.

Officials say the collaboration will also improve data security, strengthen statistical reporting, and support evidence-based policies through training and knowledge sharing between the two agencies.