Lebanon's Minister of Interior and Municipalities visits Open Prisons Complex ad Royal Academy of Police

As part of his visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Lebanese Minister of Interior and Municipalities Ahmad Al Hajjar visited the Open Prisons Complex, accompanied by Chief of Police, Lt-General Tariq Al Hassan.

During the visit, the Director-General of Verdicts Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing, Shaikh Khalid bin Rashid Al Khalifa, briefed on the executive mechanisms used to implement the provisions of the Penalties and Alternative Measures Law. The briefing highlighted efforts to expand the application of the law and launch additional rehabilitation and training programmes for beneficiaries. 

The briefing also covered the operational framework of the facilities and services provided at the Open Prisons Complex. The open prisons programme was described as a landmark achievement in the Kingdom of Bahrain’s human rights journey, reflecting the Royal directives and the Government’s commitment, under the leadership of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to advancing its implementation in line with best international standards.

The presentation further outlined the objectives of the Alternative Sentencing Project and its notable successes in delivering educational and training programmes, as well as rehabilitation plans, designed to reform inmates’ behaviour and support their gradual reintegration into society.

The Lebanese Minister of Interior and the accompanying delegation then toured the Open Prisons Complex, reviewing its modern educational buildings, residential units providing essential living services, and the sports facility, all of which contribute to the comprehensive rehabilitation and training of beneficiaries.

In a related context, the Lebanese Minister also visited the Royal  Academy of Police, where he was received by the Deputy Chief of Police, Major-General Dr Shaikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, along with several academy officials. The minister and his delegation were briefed on the academy’s history, academic programmes, training fields, and its role in preparing and qualifying security personnel in accordance with the highest standards and modern methodologies.

He also toured the Security Book Exhibition showcasing master’s theses and leading specialised research, reviewed international achievements attained by the Ministry of Interior’s pace stick team, and visited several academy facilities.

At the conclusion of the visit, the Lebanese Minister praised the advanced level and distinguished security performance he observed at both the Royal Academy of Police and the Open Prisons Complex. He commanded the Ministry of Interior’s prominent role in maintaining security, enhancing stability, and safeguarding public safety.