Minister Paula Ingabire visited Changi Airport Terminal 3 to observe Singapore’s advanced passport-less immigration clearance system, aimed at streamlining border security and improving traveller experience.
On November 9, 2024, Rwanda’s Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, visited Singapore’s Changi Airport Terminal 3 on the sidelines of the Singapore FinTech Festival 2024. Accompanied by Singapore Armed Forces’ Domain Commander (Air), Senior Assistant Commissioner Colin Tan, Minister Ingabire explored the airport’s innovative passport-less immigration clearance system. The visit highlighted the airport’s cutting-edge border management technology, which is designed to enhance security protocols while providing travellers with a more seamless entry experience.
Changi Airport’s digital border clearance system aims to modernise immigration processes by allowing passport-free passage, reducing bottlenecks and wait times for incoming travellers. The technology integrates biometric identification to verify travellers’ identities without requiring physical passports. The initiative aligns with Singapore’s efforts to lead in smart city infrastructure and transform travel experiences with the use of digital and AI-driven technologies.
Minister Ingabire’s visit reflects Rwanda’s commitment to advancing its own border security and digital infrastructure. The insights gained from Changi Airport’s system may inspire similar technological advancements in Rwanda’s airports, potentially improving efficiency and security within the nation’s immigration processes.
Source: Rwanda High Commission in Singapore
