Historic Promotion in the Malaysian Armed Forces: Maj. Gen. Dr Mohd Radzi Takes Command of Future Force Parade & Ceremony 2nd October 20257th October 2025 KUALA LUMPUR, 2 October 2025 – The Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) held a prestigious promotion ceremony for senior officers at the Ruang Perkasa, Wisma Pertahanan, marking another proud moment in the nation’s defence leadership. The ceremony was officiated by the Chief of Defence Force, General Tan Sri Haji Mohd Nizam bin
Malaysian Army Tests Readiness and Capability with Contingency Plan Exercise (RANKON) Ops & Training 1st October 20251st October 2025 The Malaysian Army (TDM) today conducted the Contingency Plan Exercise (RANKON) to assess and evaluate the readiness and capabilities of its formations and units in responding to potential threats against national sovereignty. The exercise involved mobilisation of TDM personnel, simulating realistic scenarios that demanded rapid response, high mobility, and seamless coordination
Malaysia’s Army Ready to Join International Peace Missions, Including Possible Deployment to Gaza Ops & Training 25th September 202527th September 2025 KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Army (Tentera Darat Malaysia, TDM) has declared its readiness to participate in international peacekeeping missions if required, including a potential deployment to Gaza, Palestine. Army Chief General Tan Sri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan said Malaysia has a proven track record in peacekeeping operations, having taken part in
Land Domain Strategy: Three Pillars for Generating Combat Power (SD2) MY ATM 24th September 202527th September 2025 The generation of combat power in the land domain, realised through (Strategi Domain Daratan) SD2, encompasses all operations, manoeuvres and activities across terrestrial areas. SD2 adopts a comprehensive approach with cross-domain synergy, delivered through three principal strategies: 1. Dominate StrategySeize command and control, enhance situational awareness, and concentrate combat power against
92 Years of the Malaysian Armed Forces: The Army Remains Strong and Steadfast in Supporting National Defence MY ATM Parade & Ceremony 22nd September 202527th September 2025 KUALA LUMPUR, 21 September 2025 – The 92nd anniversary of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF/ATM) was celebrated with patriotic spirit, honouring sacrifice, welfare and the sovereignty of the nation. The Malaysian Army (Tentera Darat Malaysia, TDM) remains the backbone of ATM’s strength, a commitment reaffirmed by Army Chief, General Tan
Agong Orders Defence Ministry to Cancel Proposed Purchase of 30-Year-Old Black Hawk Helicopters MY ATM 16th August 202516th August 2025 MERSING, 16 August 2025 – His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim has decreed that the Ministry of Defence must cancel its proposal to acquire ageing Black Hawk helicopters that are more than 30 years old. As Supreme Commander of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF), His Majesty cautioned the ministry against
LKT 2025 Showcases Malaysian Armed Forces’ Readiness and Combat Power at the Highest Level Ops & Training 12th August 202512th August 2025 GEMAS, 12 August 2025 – The thunder of artillery fire, the roar of fighter jets, and the manoeuvres of armoured vehicles and battle tanks set the stage for the grand finale of the Firepower Training Exercise (Latihan Kuasa Tembakan – LKT) 2025 at the Gemas Firing Range, demonstrating the Malaysian
Malaysian Army to Review Training Procedures After Death of UTM Cadet MY ATM 4th August 20254th August 2025 KUALA LUMPUR, 4 August 2025 – The Malaysian Army has pledged to conduct a thorough review of its training procedures following the tragic death of Reserve Officer Training Unit (Palapes) cadet, Syamsul Haris Shamsudin, a 22-year-old student from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). Army Chief, General Tan Sri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan, expressed
Eksesais KERIS STRIKE 30/2025: Strengthening Air Capability Through PUTD–US Army Aviation Collaboration Defence Relations Ops & Training 23rd July 202524th July 2025 IPOH, 22 July 2025 – The KERIS STRIKE 30/2025 exercise continues with a focused Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) – Aviation Programme, uniting aviation units from the Malaysian Army’s Air Unit (PUTD) and the U.S. Army’s C Company 3-25 Aviation Regiment based in Hawaii, USA. Held from 17 to 21 July
Strengthening Malaysia–Germany Defence Ties: Visit by Chief of The German Army to MINDEF Defence Relations 22nd July 202524th July 2025 KUALA LUMPUR, 24 July 2025 – The Ministry of Defence Malaysia (MINDEF) welcomed a historic official visit by the Chief of the German Army, Lieutenant General Alfons Mais, marking a significant milestone in the strengthening of bilateral defence cooperation between Malaysia and Germany. Lieutenant General Alfons Mais was accorded a ceremonial