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World Maritime Day 2026 Message

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  Regional Security System Message for World Maritime Day 2026 “From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence” Statement from Regional Maritime Officer, RSS, Lieutenant Commander Rolerick Sobers. T he Regional Security System Headquarters joins the international maritime community in celebrating World Maritime Day. For us in the Caribbean, the maritime domain is not simply the space that surrounds our islands . I t connects our nations, supports our economies and livelihoods while facilitating trade and tourism, and is fundamental to our collective security. We recognis e the importance of safe and secure seas and inland waterways, the highways of commercial and recreational maritime traffic in our cultural and historic spaces. At the same time, we continue to promote awareness for the health of the marine environment while embracing the adoption of the international conventions and rules of law, and industry best practices. T he vast area of the Carib...
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Young Aviation Enthusiasts Gain First-Hand Experience at Regional Security System Air Wing

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First Officer, Lieutenant Jalee Joseph interacting with aviation students. (Photo courtesy Barbados  Aircraft and Aviation Services Company. ) The Regional Security System (RSS) continues to champion efforts to encourage young people to pursue careers in aviation, providing aspiring aviation professionals with opportunities for practical exposure to the industry. Twenty aviation students had the opportunity to tour the RSS Air Wing as part of the Introduction to Aviation Summer School 2026, held from August 24 to 28. During their visit, the students were exposed to various areas of aviation, including aircraft engineering, aeronautics and drone operations, while gaining valuable insight from experienced aviation professionals. Aircraft Captain Christopher Francis encouraged the young participants to ensure that their current fields of study align with the careers they ultimately wish to pursue. The students were also encouraged to engage with professionals already working in the av...
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Seven Certified in Virtual Asset Transfer Fundamentals

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  The Regional Security System Asset Recovery Unit (RSS ARU), in collaboration with Asset Reality Inc., continues to strengthen the capacity of RSS Member States in the safe seizure, transfer and management of virtual assets through the Virtual Asset Transfer Fundamentals (VATF) Certification Course. The first cohort participated in the virtual training from 25–27 August 2026, with seven (7) participants successfully completing the course. The VATF Certification is specifically designed for professionals involved in the seizure and management of crypto assets. The course provides participants with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to safely conduct, verify, document and manage virtual asset transactions in accordance with established procedures and best practices. During the three-day programme, participants we re introduced to key areas including: fundamentals of virtual assets and how they operate; creation, management and security of virtual ...
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Royal Grenada Police Force Welcomes 46 New Officers

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                                                                                                                                        St. George's, Grenada — The Royal Grenada Police Force (RGPF) proudly welcomed 46 new police officers into its ranks during a Passing Out Parade for Recruit Course #49.  Held at Camp Salines, Point Salines, St. George's, under the theme Bridging Communities and Building Trust, the newly minted officers marched proudly across the parade ground before an audience of distinguished guests, including Governor-General of Grenada Her Excellency Dame Cécile La Grenade, Prim...
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Law Enforcement Officers Urged to Join Forces to Tackle Crime

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  Course Participants and Instructors of the Regional Security System Training Institute Drug Gang Investigations Course 2026. (RSS) A clarion call has been sounded for law enforcement officers across the region to cooperate to dismantle criminal enterprises.   The call has been made by Regional Security System’s (RSS) Director of Policing and Risk Management, Lieutenant Colonel Kerry Waterman. He was speaking during the closing ceremony of a three-week RSS Training Institute Drug and Gang Investigations Course at RSS Headquarters, Paragon, Christ Church.   Seventeen officers from various law enforcement agencies across the region successfully completed the course.   “Across the Caribbean, drugs, firearms and gangs do not exist as separate problems. They are interconnected. The same criminal networks involved in drug trafficking are often linked to firearms, violence, money laundering, corruption and other forms of organised crime. Our response therefor...
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CARICOM IMPACS - Request for Proposal for a Firearms Management System

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(Stock Photo)  CARICOM IMPACS is seeking Requests for Proposals for a Firearms Management System. Please follow https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LXXl3EljfiTbuQQEheeOTZksFvVlLSSC?usp=drive_link for all documents required to fulfil the obligation in the tender package. Kindly note, submissions are to be made electronically via the web share details provided in the documentation.  
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UWI/RSS Caribbean Security Futures Symposium

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From October 7-9, 2026, the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus and the Regional Security System will host its inaugural Caribbean Security Futures Symposium in Barbados. The symposium, held under the theme "Towards Smart Technologies, Safe Spaces and Resilient Communities" will involve keynotes, open-table discussions, and workshop sessions over the course of three-days. The Symposium will bring together regional and international experts, senior practitioners, and policymakers to collaborate on the development of realistic roadmaps and implementable solutions to enhance Caribbean security governance over the next decade. Stay tuned for further details on the upcoming event. #StrengthThroughUnity  
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