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RSVGPF Recruits Receive Training In Financial Investigations And Asset Recovery
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…
RSS And CDEMA Deepen Strategic Partnerships During High-Level Meetings In France
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…
RSS Hosting French/Creole Language Training
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.
RSS And St. George’s University Deepen Partnership Through Training
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…
Forty-Two Specialised Security Courses On RSS’ 2025 Training Agenda
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 Visits RSS Headquarters
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…
Strengthening Public Trust - A Priority For RSS
Improving the public’s trust and perception of the police is necessary if efforts to improve public safety are to be successful.
Twenty-Four Officers Successfully Complete Range Management Level 3 CVQ
Law enforcement officials should never be “high-handed or show-offish” when using firearms.
RSS Security Chiefs Meet In the Federation of Saint Christopher & Nevis
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…
Request For Expressions Of Interest For Design And Implementation Of Framework For Joint Investigations Team For Financial Investigation And Asset Recovery
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…
RSS Appoints New Deputy Executive Director
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.
RCMP Officials Pay Courtesy Call On The RSS
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…
RSS Receives Financial Boost From US Embassy
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.
Grenada Receives Cash Forfeiture and Cash Seizure Guides
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.
Press Release - Countdown On For UNEX 2024
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…
Press Release - RSS Security Chiefs Meeting
Guyana Hosts RSS’ Joint Coordinating and Planning Committee
RSS COAST GUARD OFFICERS RECEIVE TRAINING IN ASSET RECOVERY
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.
CRFM Invites Applications For Marine Spatial Planning Specialist
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…
St. Lucia To Host UNEX’24
(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
Plans for UNEX 2024 are underway.
Press Release - UNEX 2024 Launched
UNEX 2024 Launched
Press Release - UNEX Designed to Test RSS' Response Mechanism
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.
CARICOM IMPACS Seeking ICT Manager
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.
Regional Security System Sympathy Statement
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…
Career Opportunities At CARICOM IMPACS
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…
Officers Lauded For Enhancing Skills
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…
Barbados Making Moves In Cyber Security
As Barbados continues to make significant advancements in securing its cyber domain, the island has recently developed a National Cyber Security Strategy.
RSS Polygraph Course Concludes
The Regional Security System recently concluded its Polygraph Continuation Education Course, which was held in collaboration with the European Union (EU).
RSS Continues Its Quest for A Secure Region
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…
RSS Security Chiefs Meet In Grenada
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)
Law Enforcement Officials Advised to Embrace Technology
Public-private partnerships, innovative technical solutions and training are essential for law enforcement officials to fight technology-enabled crime.
RSS Officers Ready for Exercise TRADEWINDS & UNITY Exercise
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.
RSS & Canada Hosting Army Exercise Planning and Execution Course
The Canadian Army Exercise Planning and Execution Course will ofer participants knowledge in exercise planning in advance of Exercise TRADEWINDS. (Photo courtesy BDF)
Invitation to Tender for CARICOM IMPACS Digital Currency Project
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…
Cayman Islands: Vacancy For Commanding Officer
A vacancy exists in the Cayman Islands Regiment (CIR) for a Commanding Officer.
RSS Overthrows Security Forces In T-10 Cricket Match
Organiser of the RSS 40th Anniversary T-10 Cricket Tournament, Sgt. Dawn Sealy, with members of the winning RSS team.
EU Officials Pay Courtesy Call on RSS
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.
Public Support Key To Crime Prevention
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 Mr. Peter Adams -Maritime Security Strategy Handover
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.
Remarks for the RSS Maritime Security Strategy Project: Hand Over Ceremony
Remarks by Deputy Executive Secretary of the Inter American Committee Against Terrorism for the Organization of American States, Violanda Botet.
RSS Coordinating Regional Relief Efforts In St. Vincent And The Grenadines
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…
FAA & RSS: Strengthening Security Cooperation Between France & Lesser Antilles
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…
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