In the face of the uncertainty of an increasingly challenging security environment, the government is committed to planning a defense strategy with a new approach to improve overall defense capabilities. This defence strategy is based on the new National Defence Framework, aimed at improving national defense preparedness and at the same
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MAF Retreat 1/2020
Bukit Tinggi, 5 February 2020 - The MAF headquarters organised the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Retreat 1/2020 which was attended by senior MAF officers in preparation for the Defence Ministry Level Retreat, expected to be held by the end of February 2020. The MAF retreat was held at Colmar Tropicale, Bukit
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
Defence Minister Mohamad Sabu Tables Malaysia’s First Defence White Paper
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s first Defence White Paper was tabled at the Dewan Rakyat today, 2 Dec 19. Defence Minister Mohamad Sabu said it was imperative that the national defence policy was reviewed so the country’s defence capacity and capabilities were in line with the ever-challenging and uncertain global security environment. He
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
Malaysia Ministry of Defence Chiefs’ Circle Talk
Kuala Lumpur, 6 November 2019 - Defence Minister YB Mohamad bin Sabu delivered a keynote address at Chiefs' Circle Talk (CCT) 2/2019 at Wisma Perwira ATM today. More importantly, the event was also attended by former Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), former Secretary-Generals (Sec-Gen) and former Service Chiefs. A total of
Supporting the Malaysian Defence White Paper
By Datuk Dr Ruhanie AhmadAugust 30, 2019 @ 12:07amPublished on New Straits Times THE Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) plays a vital role to deter war and preserve peace in the interest of the country’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence; as well as the well-being of citizens and the economy. Hence, one month
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
Defense White Paper Dialogue Series – People in Defence
Kuala Lumpur, July 22, 2019 - Deputy Defence Minister, YB Senator Liew Chin Tong completed the 3rd Officer Dialogue - Defense White Paper Dialogue Series on the topic "People in Defence" at the Wisma Pertahanan Auditorium this morning. Deputy defence minister YB Senator Liew Chin Tong delivering his speech at the
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