Manama: Interior Minister, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, today attended the final events of the joint maritime exercise “Vigilant Guard11” of the Coast Guard .
The conclusion activities were also attended by the Chief of Public Security, Lt-General Tariq Al Hassan.
The Interior Minister was briefed on the preparations and implementation of the drill within realistic scenarios and security procedures. He hailed the competency of officers, other ranks and participating authorities. He also applauded their capabilities and outstanding performance in protecting maritime security and safety. Furthermore, he praised the success of organising the exercise annually to promote cooperation and coordination in the work field.
The minister noted the importance of the event to evaluate readiness and achieve sustainable development in coast guard operations to promote maritime security and safety for all seafarers.
He said such exercises promote opportunities to train and enhance the workforce’s skills to develop strategic capabilities and build a comprehensive performance. He stressed the significance of competent dealing with challenges related to the security of regional waters and exchanging expertise to protect maritime safety and international navigation.
The exercise aimed to reinforce training and planning procedures to protect vital establishments and maritime security.
