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The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Data-driven index for border control
PUTRAJAYA: The government has launched the National Border Security Index (IKSN) as a strategic mechanism to measure the effectiveness and preparedness of enforcement agencies guarding Malaysia's borders annually. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the index, developed by the Institute of Public Security of Malaysia in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi Mara, will utilise data from 31 enforcement agencies to produce a data-driven security performance score. 'What makes this index unique is that it's based on verified data provided by multiple agencies, not just the usual enforcement bodies,' he said after the ministry's monthly assembly yesterday. He said the ministry built a cloud-based system where these agencies upload data twice a year based on key indicators that were set. The data will then be compiled and analysed. He said the IKSN comprises 58 indicators across sectors, including immigration, maritime security, customs enforcement and anti-smuggling operations. 'The index operates on a five-tier scale: (0.00-1.0) Very Safe; (1.1-2.0) Safe; (2.1-3.0) Moderately Safe; (3.1-4.0) Less Safe; and (4.1-5.0) Unsafe,' he said. 'Twelve types of cross-border crimes were identified under the index, including illegal immigration, human trafficking, drug and firearms smuggling and kidnapping for ransom (KFR).' Saifuddin Nasution added that KFR and sea robberies are recorded in the best tier so far, with a score of 0.00, followed closely by firearms smuggling at 0.22. He also stressed that the IKSN would serve as a blueprint for asset deployment, personnel allocation and budget planning.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia launches data-driven border security index for enhanced safety
PUTRAJAYA: The National Border Security Index (IKSN), a new annual benchmark to assess Malaysia's border security, was officially launched today. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail announced the initiative, developed by the Malaysian Institute of Public Safety (IPSOM) in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). The index provides a data-driven evaluation of the performance, effectiveness, and readiness of border enforcement agencies. Saifuddin highlighted its uniqueness, stating, 'What makes this index unique is that it draws on credible data from 31 agencies responsible for border security, not just the police and immigration.' The system operates on a centralised cloud platform, allowing agencies to submit data twice a year based on 58 specific indicators. The aggregated data forms the basis of the IKSN's annual assessment. The index uses a five-tier scoring scale, with 0.0 – 1.0 indicating 'Very Safe' and 4.1 – 5.0 classified as 'Unsafe.' Twelve cross-border threats have been identified, including illegal immigration, human trafficking, and drug smuggling. Saifuddin noted, 'Kidnapping for ransom and sea robbery currently score 0.00, indicating very high security, while firearms smuggling is at 0.22, still within the 'Very Safe' range.' The IKSN will aid in strategic decision-making for resource deployment, risk zone identification, and budget justifications. Saifuddin added, 'With reliable data, we can determine where to position resources, what manpower is needed, and which agencies should be tasked.' Malaysia's border security remains stable, reinforcing national resilience and investor confidence. - Bernama
Barnama
4 days ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Malaysia Launches Data-driven Index To Strengthen Border Security Readiness
PUTRAJAYA, July 16 (Bernama) -- The National Border Security Index (IKSN), an annual benchmark to assess the security of Malaysia's borders, was officially launched today, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. Developed by the Malaysian Institute of Public Safety (IPSOM) in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), the index provides a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation of the performance, effectiveness and readiness of the country's border enforcement agencies. 'What makes this index unique is that it draws on credible data from 31 agencies responsible for border security, not just the police and immigration,' Saifuddin told reporters after the Home Ministry's monthly assembly here today. Also present were Home Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Awang Alik Jeman and Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay. Saifuddin said the system operates on a centralised cloud platform, allowing agencies to submit data twice a year based on 58 specific indicators, with the aggregated data forming the basis of the IKSN's annual assessment. The index uses a five-tier scoring scale to rate security levels, with a score of 0.0 - 1.0 indicating it is Very Safe, 1.1 - 2.0 (Safe), 2.1 - 3.0 (Moderately Safe), 3.1 - 4.0 (Less Safe) and 4.1 - 5.0 (Unsafe). To date, 12 cross-border threats have been identified under the index, including illegal immigration, human trafficking, drug and firearms smuggling and kidnapping for ransom (KFR). 'Kidnapping for ransom and sea robbery currently score 0.00, indicating very high security, while firearms smuggling is at 0.22, still within the 'Very Safe' range,' he said. Saifuddin added that the IKSN would support more strategic decision-making for asset and personnel deployment, identifying high-risk zones and strengthening annual budget justifications for border security.
The Star
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Government launches Border Security Index to gauge effectiveness of enforcement agencies, says Saifuddin
PUTRAJAYA: The Government has launched the National Border Security Index (IKSN) as a strategic mechanism to annually measure the effectiveness and preparedness of enforcement agencies guarding Malaysia's borders. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the index, developed by the Institute of Public Security of Malaysia in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi Mara, will utilise data from 31 enforcement agencies to produce a data-driven security performance score. "What makes this index unique is that it is based on verified data provided by multiple agencies, not just the usual enforcement bodies," he told reporters after the ministry's monthly assembly on Wednesday (July 16). He said the ministry had built a cloud-based system where these agencies would upload data twice a year based on fixed key indicators. "The data will then be compiled and analysed," he said. The IKSN comprises 58 indicators across sectors, including immigration, maritime security, customs enforcement and anti-smuggling operations. "The index operates on a five-tier scale (0.0 – 1.0: Very Safe) (1.1 – 2.0: Safe) (2.1 – 3.0: Moderately Safe) (3.1 – 4.0: Less Safe) (4.1 – 5.0: Unsafe). "Twelve types of cross-border crimes have been identified under the index, including illegal immigration, human trafficking, drug and firearms smuggling and kidnappings for ransoms (KFR)," he added. Saifuddin said KFR and sea robberies recorded the best performance so far with a score of 0.00, followed closely by firearms smuggling at 0.22. He also said that the IKSN would serve as a blueprint for asset deployment, personnel allocation and budget planning. "We will be able to pinpoint which hotspots require more resources, including which agency needs to be mobilised and how many personnel are needed. "This also helps us make better-informed requests to the Finance Ministry or the Economy Ministry when applying for annual budgets to strengthen our border control," he said. Saifuddin assured that Malaysia's borders remain secure, which is vital for national security and maintaining investor confidence.
