As part of the XVI Anniversary celebrations of the GNR-UCCF, the DGRM participated in the Seminar “Immigration in Portugal – Integration and Security”, on October 29th, in Figueira da Foz, under the presidency of the Secretary of State for Internal Administration, Telmo Correia, and which included the participation of Key Note Speaker António Vitorino.

The Director General of DGRM, José Carlos Simão, participated in the Seminar panel, which was moderated by Diogo Feio and which included the participation of Ana Barros from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Olga Brás from the City Council from Figueira da Foz, and Marco Cruz from UCCF.

The panel addressed the importance of seafarers from third countries in maritime activities, particularly fishing and maritime transport. In a period when there is a shortage of labor to embark, creating conditions for the good performance of these professionals and safety at sea, through good training and integration into communities, are fundamental aspects for the sustainability of activities in the sea. sea.

The Mayor of Figueira da Foz, Pedro Santana Lopes, closed the event.

DGRM congratulates GNR-UCCF on its anniversary and wishes you an excellent Coastal and Border Control Unit Day.