The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) -- the global leader in security education -- is pleased to announce a partnership with the Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI), located in New Delhi, India.

As its title suggests, the IFPO is truly a global company and so achieving a relationship with such a well-respected organization in India such as CAPSI will be an advantageous affiliation for both entities.

Sandi Davies, IFPO CEO said she was exhilarated about the opportunities such an alliance will yield.

"On behalf of of all our graduates, students, members and corporate sponsors, I'm overjoyed to equally announce this new strategic partnership," Davies said. "CAPSI is a excellent organization with outstanding leadership and focus. The opportunities are endless and we look forward to many years of collaboration with this fine organization. CAPSI has certainly favorably impacted the security community in India and abroad."

CAPSI Chairman Vikram Singh had this to say about the partnership:

"CAPSI has signed a MoA (memorandum of agreement) with International Foundation for Protection Officers ( IFPO)," Singh said. "The International Foundation for Protection Officers is committed to the support and professional development of protection officers and supervisors. Through advocacy, promoting training standards, and providing accessible training, education and certification opportunities, it seeks to enhance their professional standing as well as increase and diversify the value of the vital services they provide. IFPO is a US-based, 30-years-old organisation having huge international membership. Our partnership with IFPO will help our Security Officers to enhance their professional knowledge to deal with new security challenges. Hundreds of Security professionals working with corporate are certified by IFPO."

Stay tuned for announcements as the partnership between the IFPOI and CAPSI gets underway.