Kuwait Steps Up Border Security Inspections at Land Crossings and Islands

KUWAIT CITY, Nov 14: First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah inspected the Nuwaiseeb border crossing on Saturday as part of his ongoing field visits to Kuwait’s land border crossings to assess security readiness, development projects and services provided to travelers.

According to a Ministry of Interior statement, the inspection followed his earlier visits to the Salmi and Abdali border crossings, where he reviewed development work, operational requirements and security arrangements.

The minister toured the Nuwaiseeb crossing accompanied by senior officials from the Ministry of Interior, including Brigadier General Abdulmohsen Al-Akshan, Head of the Financial Affairs and Support Services Sector; Brigadier General Ibrahim Al-Khalil, Head of the Ports Security Affairs Sector; Brigadier General Sheikh Mubarak Al-Sabah, Director General of the General Directorate of Coast Guard; and Brigadier General Yousef Al-Muhaini, Director General of the General Directorate of Land Ports Security.

Representatives of the General Administration of Customs and the National Bank of Kuwait also participated in the visit.

During the inspection, Sheikh Fahad directed officials to closely monitor the progress of development projects, remove obstacles and ensure that all operational requirements are met.

He stressed the importance of coordination among the agencies operating at the crossing to facilitate travelers' entry, expedite procedures and maintain the required security standards.

Inspects Five Islands

As part of his field tour, the Interior Minister also inspected the islands of Awah, Kubbar, Umm Al-Maradim, Qaruh and Failaka to assess their security readiness.

He received briefings on the nature of operations, the responsibilities assigned to personnel stationed on the islands and their operational needs.

Sheikh Fahad stressed the importance of providing the necessary resources and facilities to enable personnel to carry out their duties effectively.

He praised the efforts of Ministry of Interior personnel and other participating agencies in safeguarding Kuwait's security and stability.