TUMPAT, Nov 11 — 10 of the country's 141 entry points have been selected as pilot projects for the Single Border Agency (SBA) starting next year.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said selecting the ten entry points was done according to several characteristics and uniqueness.
For example, among the ten entry points are the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminals 1 and 2, the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) Complex in Rantau Panjang and ICQ Johor, as well as in Sabah.
“These locations are among the entry points selected, as Johor and KLIA are known for being busy, while Rantau Panjang is unique because it is only busy at certain times,” he said.
Saifuddin was speaking to the press after the handover ceremony of the Nibong General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade (BDE TGRA) post in Pengkalan Kubor today.
Recently, the media reported that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, during the tabling of Budget 2024, announced he would establish the SBA.
To realise the effort, the minister said detailed discussions regarding the pilot project are currently underway, and it is expected to begin early next year.
The ministry will prioritise the existing staff.
“This matter involves staffing, but we will prioritise the existing staffing. If it is really necessary, then we will apply for new additional staffing, and now the organisational structure is being drawn up,” Saifuddin said.
— Bernama
