Saudi Gazette report

DOHA — Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud emphasized that the security services face potential challenges caused by emerging crime patterns. Addressing the 41st meeting of the Interior Ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states in Doha, Qatar on Wednesday, he noted that these emerging crime patterns are related to the misuse of technology, the development of drug smuggling and trafficking methods, and the emergence of various types of organized cross-border crimes.

"These include smuggling and manufacturing weapons through advanced technologies that have become easy to acquire by criminal organizations, which help in the spread of crime, terrorist threats and extremism in light of the instability experienced by many countries," he said while highlighting the importance of mobilizing joint efforts, and seeking to develop plans and strategies and build capabilities to confront this.

During his speech, Prince Abdulaziz reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's firm position in enhancing communication, coordination and integration between Gulf states, especially in security matters. This is in order to preserve the prosperous present of the GCC states, and protect capabilities and development, he said.

The minister drew attention to the fact that this meeting and its results enhance joint Gulf security work, and contribute to successfully dealing with the developments and challenges facing the security services, in a way that achieves the wise directives of the GCC leaders and the aspirations of Gulf peoples.