Minister of Internal Affairs meets with delegation from the Barbados Immigration Department

The Minister of Internal Affairs Charles Fonseka convened a significant session with a distinguished delegation hailing from the Barbados Immigration Department. Ms. Denise Bullock, a prominent figure within the Barbados Immigration Department, led the delegation, accompanied by Ms. Sherry Best, equally distinguished in her role, along with the esteemed presence of Mr. Neville Wint from the Joint Regional Communications Center.

Discussions were anchored around the Seychelles Electronic Border System (SEBS), tracing its’ remarkable journey from a health tool to a border management system. Deliberations were multifaceted, delving into innovative strategies aimed at enhancing security measures and optimizing the immigration procedures. This meeting served as an opportunity for the exchange of operational insights, fostering a spirit of mutual advancement and collaborative synergy.

Minister Fonseka elaborated the pivotal role SEBS plays in law enforcement, clarifying its’ role in promptly identifying persons of interests and hindering criminal activities right at the border's edge. In turn, the Barbadian delegation praised Seychelles for its commendable utilization of technology in border control, particularly noting the seamless processing of passengers through immigration and customs—a testament to Seychelles' commitment to excellence in frontier management.