Al-Amn Magazine

the nation remains a beacon of generosity, a symbol of cohesion, innovation, and prosperity. “I am also honoured to extend my highest appreciation and respect to His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, whose insightful vision and wise leadership embody the approach of development and modernisation in various fields, and direct the government’s work system towards excellence, efficiency, and innovation.” He said convening the event under these critical circumstances reflects a practical response to keeping pace with the rapid developments the world is witnessing, amidst significant technological transformations, emerging security challenges, and changes affecting border security and societal stability. “The concept of border security for any country is no longer limited to protecting borders in the traditional sense (by land, sea, and air), but now includes another dimension: the virtual world. This virtual realm has become an avenue exploited to impact the security of societies through modern technology, circumventing traditional border security measures. This poses a threat to inherited national principles and values, the economy, and various aspects of life, underscoring the importance of updating legislation and developing joint operational procedures to address this challenge.” He said border management today has become a science based on artificial intelligence, big data analytics, intelligent surveillance systems, and advanced cybersecurity solutions. “This enables the relevant authorities to shift from reactive to proactive responses, from monitoring to prediction, and from traditional control to integrated innovative management. The future of border management depends on empowering individuals to combine innovation