THE private security industry will play an increasingly important role in the fight against terrorism as state resources are channelled to concentrate on important state security functions.

The industry has a key role in supporting the authorities in areas such as border security, protection of key installations as well as maintaining security at various commercial buildings, said Law and Second Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam on Tuesday.

He said the annual police audit of the private security industry is necessary to ensure a 'competent and professional' industry to help safeguard security.

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