MAF Leadership Transition: Who Will Be the Next Chief? MY ATM 16th January 202517th January 2025 The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) is set to welcome a new chief soon, as a decision has reportedly been made regarding the leadership transition. It is understood that the Armed Forces Council convened last week to finalize the appointment of the new armed forces chief, who will succeed Mohammad Ab Rahman.
Defence Ministry Debunks Rumors of Senior Military Leadership Termination Linked to Helicopter Contract MY ATM 15th January 202515th January 2025 The Malaysian Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) has categorically denied claims circulating on social media that the termination or reassignment of senior military officials, including the Chief of Defence Forces, is linked to a RM16 billion helicopter contract. In a statement, MINDEF clarified that there is no truth to these allegations and
Incident Involving Palestinian Citizens at Wisma Transit Kuala Lumpur MY ATM 5th January 20255th January 2025 The Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) confirm an incident involving Palestinian citizens at Wisma Transit Kuala Lumpur (WTKL) on 4 January 2025, at approximately 5:00 PM. The commotion is believed to have arisen from the Palestinians’ desire for their applications to return to Palestine to be expedited. https://youtube.com/shorts/VldtOzGqUi0 As a result of the incident,
Revitalizing National Service: PLKN 3.0 Takes Flight MY ATM 3rd January 20253rd January 2025 As Malaysia ushers in the new year, the much-anticipated relaunch of the National Service program—PLKN 3.0—on January 12, 2025, promises to breathe new life into an initiative that has long sought to unite its diverse population and empower its youth. This latest iteration reflects a concerted effort to address past
The Unseen Battle Within: A Deep Dive into Bullying in Malaysian Military Academies MY ATM 26th December 2024 Illustration By @aminlandak Bullying in Malaysian military academies, particularly at the prestigious National Defence University of Malaysia (UPNM), continues to tarnish the image of the nation’s armed forces. Despite promises of reform and stricter oversight, these institutions remain plagued by allegations of abuse and hazing, often with tragic outcomes. Notable Incidents That
Trainer Alleges Being Made Scapegoat in UiTM Cadet’s Tragic Death MY ATM 13th December 202426th December 2024 The death of Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) cadet Muhammad Amir Rusyaidi Muhammad Zaidi on November 13 has sparked new controversy, as a trainer from the university’s Reserve Officer Training Unit (Rotu) claims he is being unfairly targeted as a scapegoat. Trainer Denounces Investigation and Allegations The 30-year-old corporal told Malaysiakini that he
UiTM Cadet’s Death Sparks Outrage: Allegations of Abuse and Negligence During Training MY ATM 28th November 202426th December 2024 A tragic incident has left the nation in shock after Muhammad Amir Rusyaidi Muhammad Zaidi, a 25-year-old cadet in UiTM's Reserve Officer Training Unit (Rotu), died on November 13, allegedly due to mistreatment during a training session. Allegations of Physical Abuse and Unscheduled Training Amir’s father, Muhammad Zaidi Abdul Rahman, lodged a
Inspection Visit to KD Selangor and KD Tun Razak MY ATM Ops & Training Technology 9th November 20249th November 2024 Defence Minister Khaled Nordin: - During a visit to the Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) base in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, I had the opportunity to observe the operations of KD Selangor, an Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) in the South China Sea. My arrival was accompanied by the Secretary General of the
Additional Wardens to Combat Bullying in UPNM – Adly MY ATM 9th November 20249th November 2024 TANAH MERAH: The Ministry of Defence has enhanced the administrative system at the National Defence University of Malaysia (UPNM) by increasing the number of wardens to address bullying incidents. Deputy Minister Adly Zahari emphasized that the Ministry has a zero-tolerance policy on bullying, which has raised concerns among parents about
Malaysia’s Strategic Move to Acquire Kuwaiti F/A-18 Hornet Jets: A Step in RMAF Modernisation MY ATM Technology 25th October 202426th October 2024 The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) is set to strengthen its capabilities with the planned acquisition of F/A-18 Hornet fighter jets from the Kuwait Air Force (KAF), a move Defence Force Chief General Tan Sri Mohammad Ab Rahman calls a "strategic step" in the broader modernization initiative for the RMAF.