First deputy PM inspects Nuwaiseeb Border Crossing and Islands
Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf reviews security preparedness, development works and operational requirements
First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah inspected the Nuwaiseeb border crossing as part of his ongoing field visits to the country’s land border crossings and islands. During the visit, the minister reviewed ongoing development works, security preparedness and the services provided to travelers, the Ministry of Interior said in a press statement.
Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf was accompanied by Head of the Financial Affairs and Support Services Sector Brigadier Abdulmohsen Al-Ashkan, Head of the Border Security Affairs Sector Brigadier Ibrahim Al-Khalil, Director General of the General Department of Coast Guard Brigadier Staff Sheikh Mubarak Al-Sabah,
Director General of the General Department of Land Border Security Brigadier Yousef Al-Muhaini, along with several senior officials from the Ministry of Interior, the General Administration of Customs and representatives of the National Bank of Kuwait.
The minister instructed officials to closely monitor the progress of development works, address any obstacles and ensure that all operational requirements are met. He also emphasized the importance of coordination among the various entities operating at the crossing to facilitate smooth entry procedures and ensure the prompt completion of transactions while maintaining security requirements.
As part of his field tour, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf also inspected the islands of Auha, Kubbar, Umm Al-Maradim, Qaruh and Failaka to assess their security readiness.
During the visits, he received briefings on operational activities, the duties of personnel stationed on the islands and their requirements. He stressed the need to provide the necessary resources to enable personnel to carry out their responsibilities effectively. The minister praised the efforts of Ministry of Interior personnel and other participating authorities in safeguarding the country’s security and stability, the statement added. – KUNA
