Assistant Chief of Public Security receives US delegation

Manama, Oct. 9 (BNA): Assistant Chief of Public Security for Operations and Training Affairs, Brigadier Mohammed Abdullah Al Haram, has received a delegation from the US Senate. Assistant Undersecretary for Planning and Organisation Shaikha Mashael bint Khalifa Al Khalifa attended. The visit was part of the delegation’s visit to Bahrain. The Assistant Chief welcomed the officials and highlighted to them the efforts of the Interior Ministry in protecting security, public order and safety. He highlighted that in the last four years, the crime rates have reduced by 30%, attributing the reason to the directives and support of His Excellency Interior Minister, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, to enhance competency and security capabilities. He also directed to enhance performance through training, modern technology and openness to the expertise of developed countries. The Assistant Chief also hailed the support of the Chief of Public Security to implement the directives. The delegation was also briefed about efforts to expand the Alternative Sanctions and Measures Law and the implementation of the Open Prisons Programme, along with the promotion of the community partnership for active interaction between police personnel and members of society.