Single border control agency will ensure better efficiency, says Saifuddin

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Having a single entity to manage border control will ensure better coordination and communication, stronger border surveillance, better services and also cost efficiency, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail at the inauguration of the Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency on Sunday (Feb 2).  Read more at https://tinyurl.com/2wdxu6t7  WATCH MORE: https://thestartv.com/c/news SUBSCRIBE: https://cutt.ly/TheStar LIKE: https://fb.com/TheStarOnline

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00:00One, two, three.

00:31That's for sure.

00:33Why?

00:35There will be a very clear responsibility.

00:45If we want to do tracking in terms of performance, it's also easy.

00:49And if we want to implement reforms and agenda changes,

00:52between these inter-agencies, we can reduce potential disputes.

00:58This is a huge advantage.

01:01Second, in terms of cost,

01:03it will definitely contribute to cost efficiency.

01:08Because we will be consolidating the process.

01:12This means we will reduce administrative overhead.

01:16We can avoid duplication.

01:18Third, of course, we can improve coordination and communication.

01:25This will definitely reduce potential conflicts between agencies.

01:32In terms of border protection,

01:35once again, there are three reasons.

01:40First, it's a matter of safety.

01:43But if we are able to create a competent control system,

01:49we will be able to reduce potential threats,

01:52so that the country can enjoy security and stability.

01:57Second, it's a matter of economic protection.

02:01It will help facilitate the implementation of regulatory efforts

02:07in terms of people and goods mobility.

02:10The third reason is that we are going through the COVID-19 era.

02:17We are also talking about responsibility,

02:22to protect the potential threats to health.

02:27By uniting the main functions under the responsibility of an agency,

02:34Malaysia will be able to create a suitable approach

02:38for effective border control.

02:41Second, to facilitate trade and travel activities.

02:45We are aware that Malaysia is the main gateway to this area.

02:49By facilitating procedures and minimizing waiting times,

02:54we will provide a better experience for travellers and businesses.

03:00This will further stimulate economic growth

03:03and strengthen our position as players competing in the global arena.

03:08For example, travellers arriving at our borders

03:12need to go through a layer of inspection.

03:17This layer is managed by various agencies,

03:21which can reduce confusion and delay.

03:24By establishing an AKPS,

03:26we aim to provide a more efficient service.

03:30In this process, all necessary inspections

03:35will reduce waiting times

03:37and increase the satisfaction of the public.

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