High-Level Security Meeting Discusses Enhancing Prison Protection Readiness

Minister of Justice Khalid Shawani and Head of the National Security Service Basem Al-Badri convened a high-level security meeting on Sunday to explore avenues for strengthening cooperation and coordination in the realm of prison protection. A statement issued by the Ministry of Justice indicated that Minister Shawani received Al-Badri at the ministry's headquarters to discuss enhancing joint coordination between the two entities, particularly concerning the protection and security of correctional institutions. The meeting aimed to bolster security measures to safeguard the safety and security of prisons, inmates, and staff. Discussions during the meeting also covered various files of mutual interest and explored mechanisms for developing security coordination and exchanging intelligence information with the security intelligence center. These steps are designed to elevate readiness levels and reinforce preventive measures within correctional facilities. Minister Shawani underscored the critical importance of continuous cooperation and coordination between the Ministry of Justice and the National Security Service in this vital and sensitive area. He highlighted that protecting correctional institutions represents a fundamental pillar of the security system, given its direct impact on safeguarding society and fostering overall security and stability. For his part, Head of the National Security Service Basem Al-Badri commended the Ministry of Justice's efforts in improving correctional institutions and implementing preventive measures. Al-Badri affirmed the service's commitment to ongoing cooperation and joint coordination with the ministry to serve the country's public interest.