Sarawak to have two new Army Camps, says Eastern Field commander MY ATM 5th March 20245th March 2024 KUCHING (5 March): Two new Malaysian army camps will be built in Sarawak, said Eastern Field commander Lieutenant General Datuk Mohd Sofi Md Lepi. Speaking to reporters after paying a courtesy call on Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar today, he said one of them will
Malaysia’s Defence White Paper to Undergo Mid-Term Review: Embracing Change in a Dynamic Landscape MY ATM 15th February 202420th February 2024 Defence Minister Datuk Seri Khaled Nordin has announced that the Defence White Paper, passed in Parliament in 2019, is slated for a mid-term review this year to assess its efficacy and identify potential enhancements. The review will consider changes and developments since its inception, including the impact of the Covid-19
Tragic Road Accident Claims Lives of 3 Armed Forces Members on Duty MY ATM 2nd February 20242nd February 2024 We are deeply saddened to hear about a tragic road accident involving a military vehicle on its way to pick up personnel from EKS CPX Satria Gagah 30 BGD. In this unfortunate incident, three members on duty lost their lives on the spot. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families of
Malaysian Armed Forces Extend Heartfelt Christmas Greetings for 2023 MY ATM 24th December 202324th December 2023 The Chief of Defence Force, General Tan Sri Dato' Seri Mohammad bin Ab Rahman, along with all members of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), extends warm wishes for a Merry Christmas to the Christian community nationwide, especially among the MAF personnel. Christmas celebration is a joyous occasion that brings together family
Development of Assets and Housing for the Malaysian Armed Forces Aligns with the Goal of Safeguarding the Welfare of its Members – Anwar MY ATM 27th October 202327th October 2023 Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that the development of assets and housing for the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) aligns with the government's goal of safeguarding the welfare of its members. The Prime Minister mentioned that the goals supporting the "Madani Malaysia Concept" will provide benefits not only to the military personnel
Malaysia CDF Inaugural Command Address Parade MY ATM Parade & Ceremony 23rd October 202323rd October 2023 SUNGAI BESI, 23 October 2023 - The Chief of Defence Force (CDF), General Tan Sri Datuk Seri Mohammad bin Ab Rahman, officially conducted his inaugural command address as the 22nd Chief of Defence Force in a tradition-filled static combat parade held at the Dataran Panglima Tentera Darat, Kem Perdana Sungai
Malaysian Armed Forces Unveils Future-Ready Restructuring Plan – A Leap Towards Technological Advancement and Enhanced Defence MY ATM Parade & Ceremony 10th October 202311th October 2023 LUMUT, 10th October - The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) is set to undergo a restructuring as a forward-looking force that aligns with technological advancements, future challenges, and public expectations. MAF Chief General Tan Sri Datuk Seri Mohammad Abd Rahman stated that this restructuring will be carried out through the National
Malaysia to Revive National Service – PLKN 3.0 MY ATM 9th October 20239th October 2023 Kuala Lumpur: The National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 will be continued, but with a different training approach, including requiring youth to undergo training at army camps, said Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. There are 13 Territorial Army (Wataniah) camps that can accommodate up to 20,000 trainees for the PLKN
Non-pension MAF Veteran Members Urged to Register under JHEV – Adly MY ATM 2nd September 20234th September 2023 MUAR, 2 September - About 100,000 Armed Forces (MAF) veterans across the country who do not have pensions are urged to register with the MAF Veteran Affairs Department (JHEV). Deputy Minister of Defence, Adly Zahari asked the veterans to register to enable them to receive various assistance. He said, this includes Living
Farewell to Brunei Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah MY ATM 4th August 20238th August 2023 6 August 2023 - Chief of Defence Force, General Tan Sri Dato' Sri Hj. Affendi bin Buang RMAF accompanied the return of His Majesty the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and Her Majesty the King's Wife Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha at Subang