The UN Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate (UNCTED) is in Kenya to assess progress on countermeasures put in place by the Kenyan Government to prevent and manage security incidents. In a follow-up to the committee’s last visit in 2008, meetings in Nairobi (22-25 February) are focusing on the Government’s strategic outlook and response to the terrorist threat. The delegation is also visiting the port of Mombasa and discussing issues including implementation of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code) with local and national agencies responsible for maritime security.
IMO is being represented by Kiruja Micheni and Henrik Madsen. The following international organizations are also participating: WCO, IOM, UNHCR, Interpol, ICAO, UNODC and UNCTED officials.