Defense News, MELBOURNE, Australia — Malaysia is moving ahead with its plans to acquire much-needed maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) and medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial systems to enhance maritime security, with the Southeast Asian country announcing that it will be issuing separate tenders for each type. The Aug. 25 announcement comes in
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RMAF Establishes New Unmanned Aerial System Squadron
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
21st Chief of Defence Forces Grand Command Address
CORE 1: STRENGTHENING READINESS OF THE MALAYSIAN ARMED FORCES ASSETS Core 1: Strengthen Asset Readiness "In order to ensure that the tasks and responsibilities entrusted can be effectively managed, it is important for Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) to have the appropriate level of readiness for its assets. We need assets to always
Malaysian Defence White Paper to be Discussed in Parliment
KUALA LUMPUR: The Defence White Paper (DWP) will be presented before the end of the 14th Parliamentary session. Defence Minister Mohamad Sabu said the presentation included the ministry's planning, military equipment and the involvement of the people in this country in strengthening the country's defence. In addition, he said
Malaysian Chief of Defence Forces Satisfied with current Military Assets
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 -- Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) chief Gen Tan Sri Zulkifli Zainal Abidin says he is satisfied with the current line-up of military assets owned, to ensure the country's sovereignty and interests remain protected. He said the asset acquisition plan for all three branches of the MAF comprising
Launching and Naming of RMN’s Second Littoral Mission Ship LMS Sundang
The Royal Malaysian Navy's (RMN) Second Littoral Mission Ship (LMS) Launching and Naming Ceremony has been safely executed by the Lady Sponsor, wife of Malaysian Chief of Defence Forces, Puan Sri Datin Seri Hajah Rusnah binti Haji A. Rahman.The vessel is name LMS Sundang, which is a symbol of traditional
Malaysian Defence Ministry – Defence White Paper
The Ministry of Defence is developing the first Defence White Paper (KPP). The main purpose of this document is to inform Malaysians about government priorities and future plans in enhancing national defense and security. This KPP will be tabled in Parliament in October 2019 before being accessible to Malaysians around