Bahrain’s Chief of Public Security, Major-General Tariq Al Hassan (photo) attended on Tuesday a graduation ceremony of the 13th and 14th specialized course on maritime science and the 10th joint diving foundation course that were held at the Maritime Training Centre and Maritime Rescue Centre, Bahrain News Agency (BNA) reported.

The Chief applauded the directives of His Excellency Interior Minister to provide the required support, plans and programs to enhance the skills of employees as part of the Interior Ministry development and modernization strategy, hailing the efforts to enhance the skills of coast guard personnel to maintain professionalism.

He highlighted that the Coast Guard is one of the departments that are targeted in the development process through modern technology and training in accordance to the latest international standards and the comprehensive development plans of the ministry.

He urged the graduates to work harder in fulfilling duties and follow the law. He wished them all the best in serving the nation. Coast Guard Commander, Brigadier Alaa Siyadi expressed in his speech thanks and appreciation to HE Interior Minister for his wise directives that contributed in further development.

He also thanked the Chief for his ongoing follow up. He said that those courses were held for the ministry personnel and staff from the Bahrain Defense Force, National Guard, UAE and Kuwait.

At the end of the ceremony which was attended by a number of officers, the Chief handed certificates to the graduates.