THE PROGRAM AIMS TO IMPROVE THE RECOGNITION OF AND RESPONSE TO SECURITY THREATS, AS WELL AS MONITORING AND INSPECTION ACTIVITIES.
On Monday, 24 officers from the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force (RSLPF), the Saint Lucia Air and Sea Port Authority (SLASPA), and the Customs and Excise Department began a four-day exchange programme on the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
The exchange is being facilitated by the US Department of Homeland Security’s United States Coast Guard International Port Security Program.
The programme aims to enhance the understanding and capabilities of Saint Lucia's key maritime agencies in recognising and responding to security threats, and improve Saint Lucia's inspection, control, and monitoring activities.
This exchange represents a vital step in strengthening Saint Lucia's maritime operations and ensuring the safety and security of our borders.