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flag Trinidad and Tobago enhances border security with U.S.-backed systems, maintains State of Emergency despite murder drop.

flag Trinidad and Tobago is strengthening border security with a new online entry system and U.S.-supported Advanced Passenger Information System (APIS), enabling pre-arrival traveler screening. flag Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar announced the measures, which include legislation for APIS and enhanced data sharing, as part of ongoing crime reduction efforts. flag Despite a 42% drop in murders, she maintained the State of Emergency, citing the need for further safety improvements. flag The government acknowledged the removal of a U.S.-operated radar in Tobago, which had been used for crime prevention but was relocated due to shifting U.S. priorities. flag The U.S. covered all costs, including $3 million daily, and kept personnel on-site during the transition.

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