The global challenges of international crime and terrorism have led to the development of extensive efforts to train and partner with foreign police officers both in the United States and internationally. These programs have been developed in conjunction with foreign governments to reflect their particular law enforcement needs and mandates to operate within a democratic framework that incorporates both civil and human rights concerns. An overview of efforts by the Federal Bureau of Investigation's International Training and Assistance Unit (ITAU) to develop and conduct international law enforcement training is presented. The mission and goals of the ITAU are noted, as well as international training and assistance initiatives coordinated through the ITAU. International law enforcement academies are reviewed, with emphasis on the International Law Enforcement Academy in Budapest, Hungary, which celebrated its 4th year anniversary as a model for international law enforcement cooperation and partnership. Benefits and challenges of international law enforcement training are discussed. 20 references and 1 table