A delegation of the Higher Committee for UAE Civil Seaports ‘&’ Airports Security concluded a visit to the USA upon an invitation from the US Department of Home Security and Coast Guard.
This visit comes on the directives of HE Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Public Works, Chairman of the Higher Committee for UAE Civil Seaport and Airport Security to reinforce cooperation and expertise exchange in security of ports and airports between the two countries.
The UAE team met with US officials responsible for security of ports and airports in the USA, where maritime security procedures and strategies were reviewed.
The US officials have lauded the UAE’s commitment to implement the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code, and its support for the global efforts to enhance maritime security.
The UAE delegation also made field trips to port facilities in Hampton, Norfolk.