Nur Jazlan showing the media how the Faces system works at the Senai International Airport. — Bernama photo
KULAI: The Home Ministry is looking at the possibility of using a biometric identification platform that can be used for all agencies under the ministry.
Deputy Minister, Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed said the biometric identification system at the country’s entry points could not only record data of visitors entering and exiting but was also used to combat criminal activities such as human trafficking and cross-border crime.
“The ministry’s ultimate goal is to make sure that all agencies, including the Immigration Department, use a similar biometric identification platform.
“If there are companies like AirAsia with a biometric system that can be used, we are open to the proposal but have to ensure integration with the existing system,” he said after launching the Fast Clearance Experience System (Faces), which is the facial recognition system at AirAsia’s departure gate at the Senai International Airport here yesterday.
Currently, the ministry is carrying out the National Immigration Control System which involves biometric fingerprint scan, eye (retina) and face, which is currently being implemented by the Immigration Department.
“In future, many countries will use biometric methods in the identification of passengers,” said Nur Jazlan.
Moreover, the deputy minister said the biometric identification system could also be used to facilitate the movement of people at the Johor Causeway and Linkedua.
AirAsia’s digital, transformation and corporate services deputy chief executive officer, Aireen Omar said the first phase of Faces involved AirAsia passengers on domestic routes. — Bernama