First Deputy PM Inspects Al-Salmi and Al-Abdali Passes and 19 Northern Border Centers

Al-Yousif: Safeguarding Kuwait’s borders is a national trust requiring constant vigilance and the highest levels of readiness

- Directed follow-up on the completion of development works and finalization of preparations to welcome fans of the Saudi Super Cup

The First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousif, conducted an inspection tour covering the Salima and Abdali border crossings and 19 northern border checkpoints, accompanied by several security leaders from the Ministries of Defense and Interior.

In a statement, the Ministry of Interior said that Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousif conveyed during his visit to the northern border checkpoints the greetings and appreciation of the supreme political leadership to the efforts of its personnel stationed there, praising their dedication in fulfilling their national duty and protecting Kuwait’s security and safeguarding its borders.

The ministry added that the minister inspected the operations room and reviewed the level of readiness, commending the sense of responsibility, discipline, and vigilance displayed by security personnel, and appreciating their continuous efforts in carrying out their national duties.

Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousif emphasized that safeguarding Kuwait’s borders is a national trust that demands constant vigilance and maintaining the highest levels of readiness, affirming his confidence in the ability of security personnel to shoulder their responsibilities and continue performing their duties, while enhancing coordination and integration between military and security authorities to preserve the country’s security and stability.

At the Salima crossing, the minister monitored the progress of construction and development works and preparations underway to welcome fans attending matches of the Saudi Super Cup, which Kuwait is hosting. He directed that the completion of works be followed up and that coordination among relevant authorities be strengthened to finalize necessary preparations.

He also inspected the Abdali crossing, where he reviewed the progress of construction and development works and the level of security readiness, ensuring that development efforts are integrated with the requirements for securing the crossing, enhancing operational efficiency, and facilitating entry and exit while adhering to approved security procedures.

Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousif stressed that land crossings represent Kuwait’s primary face to the world, and that warmly welcoming guests is a shared responsibility. He emphasized the necessity of ensuring facility readiness, expediting procedures, and providing services that meet travelers’ needs and ensure their comfort.

He also directed that necessary facilitations be provided for fans of the Saudi Super Cup, reflecting Kuwait’s generosity and hospitality.