Malaysian Chief of Defence Force Bids Farewell to Singapore with High-Level Engagements Defence Relations Parade & Ceremony 22nd January 202522nd January 2025 Singapore, January 21, 2025 – The Chief of Defence Force of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), General Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Mohammad bin Ab Rahman, made a significant farewell visit to Singapore’s Ministry of Defence (MINDEF), marking a milestone in regional defence cooperation. During the visit, General Mohammad held discussions with
Chief of the Royal Malaysian Air Force Honoured with Prestigious Indonesian Award Defence Relations 7th December 20247th December 2024 JAKARTA, 6 December 2024 – General Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Mohd Asghar Khan bin Goriman Khan TUDM, Chief of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), received a resounding welcome during the Senior Officer Bilateral Engagement (SOBE) programme between the Tentera Nasional Indonesia-Angkatan Udara (TNI-AU) and RMAF. The programme, held from
NCO Professional Development and Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEEs) in Kuala Lumpur Defence Relations 5th December 20245th December 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, 5 December 2024 – The Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Professional Development and Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEEs) programme between the Washington Air National Guard (WA ANG) and the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) brought together personnel from the Malaysian Army (TDM) and Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF). The exchange featured
HARIMAU SHAKTI 2024: Strengthening Malaysia-India Military Ties Defence Relations Ops & Training 5th December 20245th December 2024 The sixth edition of Exercise HARIMAU SHAKTI, a bilateral military initiative between the Malaysian Army (TDM) and the Indian Army (TDI), commenced on 2 December 2024 and is scheduled to conclude on 15 December 2024. This significant event, hosted by the 11th Brigade of the Malaysian Army, is designed to
32nd ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) Concludes in the Philippines Defence Relations 23rd November 202426th November 2024 TARLAC, Philippines, 22 Nov 2024 – The 32nd ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) concluded at the Philippine Army Marksmanship Training Facility (PAMTF) with the presence of Malaysia’s Chief of Army, General Tan Sri Dato’ Wira Muhammad Hafizuddeain bin Jantan, and his wife, Puan Sri Datin Wira Hartiah binti Hamzah. AARM, hosted
Ex MALAPURA RMN-RSN Sailors Strengthening Bilateral Maritime Collaboration Defence Relations Ops & Training 21st November 202426th November 2024 LANGKAWI, 21 Nov – The Sailor’s Interaction Ceremony was successfully held at the Tun Rahah Auditorium, Langkawi Naval Base. Hosted by Warrant Officer of the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN), the event marked another significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the RMN and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN). This regular
Royal Malaysian Navy Chief Visits Singapore for Bilateral Exercises and Strategic Engagement Defence Relations Ops & Training 15th November 202415th November 2024 SINGAPORE, 14 Nov – Admiral Datuk Zulhelmy bin Ithnain, the Chief of the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN), continued his official visit to Singapore with a tour of the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) facilities at Changi Naval Base. During the visit, Admiral Zulhelmy and the RMN delegation were briefed at
Exercise HARINGAROO: Strengthening Malaysia-Australia Defence Collaboration Defence Relations Ops & Training 26th October 202426th October 2024 SIBU, 25 October 2024 – Lieutenant General Dato' Mohd Sofi bin Md Lepi, Commander of the Eastern Field Army (PMT TD), visited Exercise HARINGAROO Series 74/2024 in Sibu, Sarawak, underscoring the importance of bolstering bilateral defence ties between Malaysia and Australia. Accompanied by Brigadier General Ahmad Norzaini bin Badrun, Commander
110th Anniversary Battle of Penang: Russian Navy’s Tribute Defence Relations 14th October 202415th October 2024 On 14th October 2024, four Russian naval ships—RFS Gromkiy (335), RFS Rezkiy (343), RFS Aldar Tsydenzhapov (339), and Pechenga—arrived at the Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal, Penang. Their arrival was welcomed by a delegation from the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) led by Captain Yusman Darmawan, Deputy Commander of the RMN’s 3rd
Building Trust and Lasting Friendship between Malaysia and Singapore Navies Defence Relations 7th October 202414th October 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, 7 October 2024 – The 32nd Navy-to-Navy Talks (N2NT) between the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) were successfully held at the Malaysian Armed Forces Officers' Mess, marking a significant milestone in regional maritime cooperation. Co-chaired by Rear Admiral Farizal Myeor, RMN’s Assistant Chief