Malaysian Armed Forces to Implement New BMI Policy and Stricter Recruitment Criteria

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2nd February 20252nd February 2025

The Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) is set to implement a new Body Mass Index (BMI) policy that will affect both officers and personnel, particularly within the Malaysian Army. This policy takes into account age range and the physical demands of different military roles. Army Chief General Tan Sri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan

Breaking Tradition: The Appointment of General Mohd Nizam Jaffar as Malaysia’s Chief of Defence Force

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1st February 20251st February 2025

Malaysia’s recent appointment of General Datuk Haji Mohd Nizam Jaffar as the 23rd Chief of Defence Force (CDF) marks a significant departure from long-standing military tradition. Typically, the CDF is selected from among the three service chiefs—the Chief of Army, Chief of Navy, or Chief of Air Force—but in this

Tragic Accident in Melaka: Woman Dies After Crashing into Military Truck

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31st January 20251st February 2025

A tragic accident occurred early this morning in front of the 96 Depot Pangkalan Peluru Camp in Masjid Tanah, Melaka, resulting in the death of a 25-year-old woman, Manisya Azlin Ishak. She was driving a Proton Saga when it collided head-on with a military truck. The incident took place at approximately

Lieutenant General Datuk Mohd Nizam Jaffar Set to Lead Malaysian Armed Forces?

28th January 20251st February 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, January 28 – A historic change is coming to the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) as Lieutenant General Datuk Mohd Nizam Jaffar is set to be appointed as the new Chief of Defence Force (CDF). Internal sources confirmed that the Assistant Chief of Staff for Personnel Services, Lieutenant General Datuk

MAF Leadership Transition: Who Will Be the Next Chief?

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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