Security and Sovereignty are Priorities under 12th Malaysian Plan – Hishammuddin MY ATM 29th September 202129th September 2021 Alhamdulillah, 12th Malaysian Plan presented by YAB Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob earlier continues to place security and sovereignty as a priority area and in line with the main thrusts of the Ministry of Defence Malaysia. Among them: 1. Tighten land, maritime and air border controls. It includes adding security
MAF Competency and Asset Readiness Training – 88th MAF Day Celebrations MY ATM Parade & Ceremony 22nd September 202122nd September 2021 The 88th Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Day celebration this year with the theme 'National Sovereignty, Shared Responsibility' was attended by the Chief of Defence Forces, General Tan Sri Dato' Sri Hj Affendi bin Buang RMAF. This year and for the first time the celebration was held at Segenting Camp, Port Dickson
Majority of Retired MAF Personnel Face Financial Difficulties MY ATM 21st September 202121st September 2021 KUALA LUMPUR, 13 September 2021: The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) has noticed that the majority of its members are experiencing financial problems and they belong to the B40 group after early retirement. The CDF, General Tan Sri Affendi Buang, said one of the reasons for the matter was the lack of
“Armed Forces Recruitment Devoid of Racism? Affendi is Living in Fairy Tale Land!” MY ATM 21st September 202121st September 2021 CHIEF of the Malaysian Armed Forces Tan Sri Affendi Buang claimed that recruitment of personnel in the three armed forces wings—army, navy and air force— is based on merit and not race or religion. He said that even though the recruitment of non-Malays are not as high as the Malays, they
No Racial Quotas in MAF – Chief of Defence Force MY ATM 19th September 202120th September 2021 KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) does not set any racial quota for the recruitment of soldiers, said Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Affendi Buang. (pix) He said the notion that only a particular race was favoured to join MAF was a misconception as the recruitment of personnel was
MAF 88th Anniversary – “Interesting Facts About the MAF” : Roles and Functions of the Malaysian Army MY ATM 16th September 202116th September 2021 The Malaysian Army is a unique and distinctive organisation. There are 16 Corps and Regiments with their respective functions and roles. Their functions and roles vary based on tasks and expertise. Therefore, based on the expertise, the Corps and Regiment are divided into 3 groups, namely: COMBAT GROUPS - This group
Hisham: King’s speech a boost to Armed Forces and Defence Ministry Personnel’s Spirits MY ATM 13th September 202113th September 2021 KUALA LUMPUR: The recognition shown by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong will lift the spirits of the Armed Forces personnel and all Defence Ministry staff, says Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein (pic). The Defence Minister added he was thankful for the King's appreciation. "The appreciation by His Majesty, who is also the supreme commander
Malaysia Army Establishes New Eighth Royal Artillery Regiment (8 RAD) Ad Hoc in Sarawak MY ATM Ops & Training 8th September 20218th September 2021 SUNGAI BESI, 8 September 2021 - The Malaysian Army (TDM) enhanced its artillery combat capability when the Eighth Royal Artillery Regiment (8 RAD) Ad Hoc, was officially established, today. The inauguration of the establishment of the new unit was officiated by the Chief of the Army (COA), General Tan Sri Datuk
Mindef Welcomes New Defence Minister and Deputy Defence Minister MY ATM 1st September 20211st September 2021 YB Dato' Seri Hishammuddin has officially embarked on his appointment as the new Defence Minister. His arrival at Wisma Defense was welcomed by Dato' Sri Ikmal Hisham bin Abdul Aziz who also commenced his official duty as Deputy Defence Minister today. YB Dato’ Seri Hishammuddin dengan rasminya telah memulakan tugas sebagai
Royal Malaysian Navy Hydrographic Insignia MY ATM 27th August 202127th August 2021 THE ICON OF PROFICIENCY INSIGNIA An insignia is a sign or mark distinguishing a group, grade, rank, or function. It can be a symbol of personal power or that of an official group or governing body. On its own, an insignia is a sign of a specific or general authority and is
