DHS to Address Considerations in Using Pre-Approved DoD Applications for Border Security at DSI U.S./Canada Border Security Summit
Summary
Washington, DC, January 26, 2012 --( To share responsibility for the safety, security, and resilience of the United States and Canadian border on efficient and effective real time situational awareness and interoperability of intelligence between the countries has created the need to bring together leaders in border security and in order to discuss and debate the next-steps for today, tomorrow, and the future.“DSI’s upcoming Summit recognizes that in a field such as border security, where there are multiple agents acting in tandem, it is extremely important that all involved are working towards a cohesive and holistic approach.Advancements towards achieving more efficient threat assessments, investigations, and operations, continue to be a top priority for both countries… We have created an agenda that offers multiple viewpoints and perspectives of the frontline agents and departments from both Canada and the United States charged with protecting and managing our shared border.and this is why our Senior Partners decided to lend our expertise towards creating a forum that can bring together stakeholders across the continuum of the community,” stated Lisa Madison, Director of Communications for Defense Strategies Institute.Advancements towards achieving more efficient threat assessments, investigations, and operations, continue to be a top priority for both countries… We have created an agenda that offers multiple viewpoints and perspectives of the frontline agents and departments from both Canada and the United States charged with protecting and managing our shared border.