The Ministry of the Interior signs an agreement with a French security institution.

Paris, November 19, 2020 (LANA) - The Minister of Interior Fathi Bashagha signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation between the Ministry of the Interior and a French security institution, in the field of developing biometric systems with the aim of launching barometric identity systems. To prepare for election requirements and other security purposes. This came after Bashagha and his accompanying delegation met, Tuesday, in the French capital, Paris, with a number of officials of security institutions specialized in biometric identification for security and civil purposes, during which they discussed opportunities for partnerships between the Ministry of Interior and these institutions. The meeting discussed the launch of sensitive and advanced video surveillance systems for cities, which provide smart processing, which includes faster interventions, better targeting, rapid detection of threats, and a stronger link with the population. The meeting also discussed how to take advantage of these capabilities in running the voter identification systems in the elections, and ensuring that they are secure from fraud, as these systems provide superior security that prevents fraud, and strengthens security capabilities at all levels. …(LANA)…