Al-Yousef: Meeting 'Security Readiness' Needs

The First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef, inspected the Al-Nuwaybisah border crossing yesterday, as part of his field visits to the Al-Salmi and Al-Abdali crossings. Sheikh Al-Yousef reviewed the progress of development works, the level of security readiness, and the services provided to travelers. He directed that the completion of projects be followed up, obstacles be removed, and operational requirements be met, emphasizing the importance of coordination among the entities operating at the crossing to ensure smooth entry and the swift processing of procedures in accordance with security regulations. He also inspected the islands of Umm Al-Maradom, Qaruh, Failaka, Awah, and Kubbar, to assess their security readiness, listened to briefings on the nature of work and the tasks assigned to personnel, and reviewed their needs. He stressed the importance of providing the necessary resources to enable them to perform their duties, and commended the efforts of Ministry of Interior personnel and participating entities in safeguarding the country’s security and stability.