FBI selects UFC for agent fighting training... Promoting a one-year exclusive contract
Quick Look
- The Athletic reported that the U.S.
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is seeking an exclusive one-year contract with UFC, the world's largest mixed martial arts organization, to provide close combat training for special agents.
- The contract aims to strengthen training programs incorporating MMA techniques and defensive tactics, and the specific amount was not disclosed.
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Why It Matters
Law enforcement agencies in the United States are showing a trend of introducing mixed martial arts techniques such as jiu-jitsu and wrestling into training for the safety of agents and effective suppression of suspects.
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Dae-ho Lee = The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is joining hands with UFC, the world's largest mixed martial arts organization, to provide close combat training for its special agents.
The Athletic, a sports media outlet, reported on the 11th (Korean time) that the FBI is pursuing a one-year exclusive contract to entrust the training of agents to the UFC.
The FBI reportedly stated in the contract that "a defensive tactics training program that integrates mixed martial arts (MMA) techniques and professional defense tactics is needed," and that "the purpose is to improve the physical combat ability, mental strength, and tactical cognitive abilities essential for special agents facing high-risk situations."
The specific contract amount was not disclosed.
Recently, law enforcement agencies in the United States are steadily expanding the introduction of highly effective mixed martial arts techniques such as jiu-jitsu and wrestling to effectively subdue suspects and ensure the safety of agents.
This cooperation with UFC, which has the world's best training infrastructure and know-how, is also interpreted as a measure to maximize the agents' ability to respond to actual combat.
Reuters also added the political background that UFC CEO Dana White has a close relationship with the US administration of Donald Trump.
Representative White has maintained a special relationship with President Trump, to the extent that he has personally appeared on the stage at his election campaign several times in the past, and the 'UFC Freedom 250' event was held at the White House in the United States last June.
Open Questions
- What is the specific amount of the contract?
- What specific content does the training program consist of?
- What are the ramifications of this agreement for other law enforcement agencies?
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