Dr. Francisco Alonso, Director of INTRAS, has attended the Commemorative Acts of the 180th Anniversary of the Foundation of the Guardia Civil (Spanish military police), which took place on May 16, 2024.

The Guardia Civil was created on March 28, 1844, by Royal Decree, as a special Corps of armed force of infantry and cavalry under the name of Guardias Civiles (Civil Guards).

In addition to guaranteeing compliance with the laws, ensuring the free exercise of rights and freedoms and preserving public safety, the Guardia Civil also has the mission of providing assistance and aid to citizens through collaboration with the Civil Protection services; rescue and aid in the mountains and territorial sea and, in general, any action that leads to the relief, aid and protection of citizens.

The Guardia Civil also has a series of specific missions, such as the control of weapons and explosives; the fiscal protection of the State; traffic on interurban roads, except in those autonomous communities that have assumed it; security in ports and airports, and the protection of nature, among others.