The Advance Passenger Screening System’s first phase began on October 31, involving 10 airlines to enhance national security and border control.
KUALA LUMPUR: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail was briefed today on the initial phase of the Advance Passenger Screening System (APSS).
The system’s first phase of implementation began on October 31.
In a Facebook post, Saifuddin Nasution said 10 airlines are involved in this first phase to test the system’s effectiveness before passengers arrive at international entry points.
“This effort is part of the Home Ministry’s (KDN) ongoing commitment to strengthening border control through smarter and more proactive technology to safeguard national security and sovereignty, and in line with international standards,” he said.
Implemented by KDN, the APSS aims to strengthen immigration control by screening passenger information before their arrival.
It enables authorities to identify high-risk individuals early and take proactive measures.
The first phase involves 10 major international carriers, including Malaysia Airlines, VietJet Air, Emirates, Scoot and US-Bangla Airlines.
The system will be expanded to all international airlines in March next year.
It complies with United Nations Security Council resolutions and global safety standards, including those set by the International Civil Aviation Organisation. – Bernama
