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In a joint effort to strengthen law enforcement capabilities, the Regional Security System (RSS), in collaboration with the Financial Intelligence Unit of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, successfully conducted a…

Senior officials from the Regional Security System (RSS) and the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) recently concluded a successful four-day mission to France, where they engaged in a series of…

Participants of the French/Creole Language Training Programme, currently being hosted by the Regional Security System’s Training Institute, are demonstrating strong dedication and enthusiasm to the course.

The senior leadership of the Regional Security System (RSS) recently paid a visit to the RSS’ Training Institute’s Command and Staff Course (CVQ Level 4), currently underway at St. George’s University (SGU) in Grenada…

The Regional Security System Training Institute (RSS TI) has set out an ambitious training schedule for 2025, offering 42 specialised courses aimed at strengthening security across its Member States.

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, paid an official visit to the Regional Security System (RSS) Headquarters today, where she was presented with an overview of the organisation’s strategic operations…

Improving the public’s trust and perception of the police is necessary if efforts to improve public safety are to be successful.

Law enforcement officials should never be “high-handed or show-offish” when using firearms.

The Chiefs of law enforcement and military forces across the Regional Security System (RSS) Member States met today at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort & Royal Beach Casino, signalling the start of a two-day discussion on…

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is inviting eligible parties to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the design and implementation of a comprehensive framework for Joint Investigations focused on…

The Regional Security System is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Atlee Rodney to the post of Deputy Executive Director effective April 7, 2025.

Management of the Regional Security System (RSS) received a courtesy call from officials of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) on Wednesday, January 22. During the meeting RCMP Regional Director for Latin America…

The United States Embassy in Bridgetown has boosted its support to the Regional Security System's (RSS) efforts to combat transnational crimes and threats, and enhance security across the Eastern Caribbean.

On Wednesday, August 28, the Regional Security System (RSS) launched and handed over the Cash Forfeiture Handbook and Cash Seizure Policy and Guide to the authorities in Grenada.

In less than one month, Saint Lucia will welcome over 200 law enforcement officials to its shores for the Regional Security System’s (RSS) Unity Exercise 2024 (UNEX ’24), which is scheduled to take place from April 2 to…

Guyana Hosts RSS’ Joint Coordinating and Planning Committee

Coast Guard officers from across Regional Security System (RSS) Member States are now better positioned to effectively assist in the prosecution of asset recovery and money laundering cases.

The Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism is inviting suitably qualified persons to apply for the post of Marine Spatial Planning Specialist, to support the implementation of the BE CLME+ Project, at their headquarters…

Plans for UNEX 2024 are underway.

(L-R) Minister of Public Service, Home Affairs, Labour and Gender Affairs, St. Lucia, Dr. Virginia Albert-Poyotte; Commissioner of the Royal St. Lucia Police Force (Ag.), Ronald Phillip; Executive Director of the RSS…

UNEX 2024 Launched

Approximately 1.935 million persons from across Regional Security System (RSS) Member States have been affected by hazard events since 1982, and the estimated damages to these nations have surpassed US $8 million.

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) is seeking suitably qualified individuals to fill the post of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Manager.

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) is seeking suitably qualified individuals to fill a number of positions at its Headquarters in Trinidad and Tobago and within its…

On behalf of the Regional Security System (RSS), I extend sincere condolences to the Government and people of the Republic of Guyana. The RSS is deeply saddened by the loss of life of the 20 children and the…

Participants and facilitators of the Basic Engineering Course were joined by (front row R-L) Senior Superintendent (Ag) Adrian Broome; Lt. Commander, Derrick Brathwaite; Principal of the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute…

As Barbados continues to make significant advancements in securing its cyber domain, the island has recently developed a National Cyber Security Strategy.

The Regional Security System recently concluded its Polygraph Continuation Education Course, which was held in collaboration with the European Union (EU).

RSS Council of Ministers, led by Chairman and Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell (front centre), along with Chiefs of Security from RSS Member States, strategic partners and RSS staff, gathered at the Radisson…

Security Chiefs from RSS Member States met at Radisson Beach Resort, Grenada, to discuss matters of security impacting their countries and the region. (Photo courtesy Barbados Defence Force)

Public-private partnerships, innovative technical solutions and training are essential for law enforcement officials to fight technology-enabled crime.

Twenty-five security officials from Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean are better equipped to provide training in crisis response, interoperability and readiness in the Caribbean.

The Canadian Army Exercise Planning and Execution Course will ofer participants knowledge in exercise planning in advance of Exercise TRADEWINDS. (Photo courtesy BDF)

The CARICOM Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (CARICOM IMPACS) is seeking to analyze and map digital currencies and assets, in an effort to better understand how these mechanisms relate to transnational…

A vacancy exists in the Cayman Islands Regiment (CIR) for a Commanding Officer.

Organiser of the RSS 40th Anniversary T-10 Cricket Tournament, Sgt. Dawn Sealy, with members of the winning RSS team.

Management of the Regional Security System received a courtesy call from officials of the European Union’s (EU) Headquarters in Brussels, and its Barbados office, earlier today.

Former Deputy Commissioner of the Barbados Police Service, Oral Williams, appealed to officers to be respectful to members of the public and advised them to never abuse their authority.

Remarks by Deputy Executive Secretary of the Inter American Committee Against Terrorism for the Organization of American States, Violanda Botet.

Remarks delivered by Special Advisor to the Secretary-General on Maritime Security, International Monetary Fund, Peter Adams at the Handover Ceremony for the Maritime Security Strategy.

Regional Maritime Officer at the RSS, Lt. (CG) Rolerick Sobers, pointed out that the RSS is currently coordinating the efforts of the security agencies across the RSS Member States, as they work with the CARICOM…

Sea search and Rescue (SAR) and the fight against transnational criminal activity, particularly the fight against drug trafficking and small arms smuggling, were at the heart of discussions between Commander of the…