Presentation on the MinDef Strategic Plan 2021 – 2025

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22nd July 202022nd July 2020

KUALA LUMPUR - The presentation of the MinDef Strategic Plan (PSM) 2021-2025 took place at Wisma Perwira ATM on 20 to 21 July 2020. The presentation was attended by the Chief of Defence Forces, General Tan Sri Dato' Sri Hj Affendi bin Buang RMAF, Secretary General of the Ministry of Defence,

RMAF Establishes New Unmanned Aerial System Squadron

3rd June 20203rd June 2020

KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has formed an unprecendented new squadron, specifically for the unmanned aerial system (UAS). Its chief Gen Datuk Seri Ackbal Abdul Samad announced this today in conjunction with the 62nd RMAF anniversary via a 'live' social media event. He said the new UAS formation would

Upholding the Interest of the People

6th May 20206th May 2020

By Colonel Sebastian A. William - May 6, 2020 @ 12:10am NST The Malaysian Armed Forces has proven itself as a worthy frontliner alongside its Royal Malaysian Police counterpart in ensuring that the measures put in place by the government are adhered to during the Movement Control Period. -NSTP File pic AS is the case

Malaysia Military Officer Career

22nd April 202026th October 2022

COMMISSIONING Officer Cadets from the National Defence University of Malaysia Made up of potential candidates with Malaysian Certificate of Education.Will undergo undergraduate and postgraduate studies and military training.Will be commissioned with the rank of Second-Lieutenant or equivalent upon being awarded a Bachelor's Degree (Honors).Promotion - after attending required courses, passing the

MAF Strengthens, Tightens Nation’s Border Controls Amidst MCO

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11th April 202011th April 2020

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) will strengthen and tighten the country’s border controls during the Movement Control Order (MCO). The Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Affendi Buang said MAF would always take various factors into consideration in drafting the country’s strategic defence plans to cover any situation, especially

The Military Will Assist the Police in Enforcing MCO from Sunday

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20th March 202020th March 2020

PUTRAJAYA 20 Mar: The government has decided to mobilise the army to help the police in implementing the movement control order (MCO) to ensure people remain at home during the period. Defence Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the army will be mobilised on Sunday, 22 Mar 2020. “We’re confident that with help

Malaysian Armed Forces Not Enforcing Movement Control Order

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17th March 202017th March 2020

KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 -- The armed forces will not be involved in implementing the movement control order to contain the spread of COVID-19, said Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Affendi Buang. "For now, the Royal Malaysia Police will determine all enforcement duties following the announcement on the (imposition of the) order," he

Malaysian Defence Ministers’ First Day in Office

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13th March 202013th March 2020

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Defence Minister (MENHAN) Dato' Sri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has officially begun his first day in office as the new MENHAN at the Defence Complex on 12 March 2020. Upon arriving at the Defence Ministry complex, MENHAN was welcomed by Deputy Defence Minister Dato' Sri Ikmal Hisham Abdul Aziz

New Malaysian Defence Minister and Deputy Defence Minister

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9th March 20209th March 2020

YB Dato' Sri Ismail Sabri bin Yaakob has been appointed as the new Malaysian Minister of Defence. YB Dato' Sri Ikhmal Hisham bin Abdul Aziz has been appointed as deputy Defence Minister. Congratulation! YB Dato' Sri Ismail Sabri bin Yaakob atas pelantikan sebagai Menteri Pertahanan Malaysia daripada seluruh warga Kementerian Pertahanan Malaysia. YB Dato'

Cases of COVID-19 in the MAF is Not True: MAF CDF

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5th March 20206th March 2020

KUALA LUMPUR, 5 March - The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) has denied allegations of a COVID-19 cases at the Subang Air Base and the Ministry of Defense (Mindef). The matter was confirmed by MAF Chief of Defence Force (CDF) Gen Tan Sri Affendi Buang when contacted by Bernama today. "That is