Settlers' long-term economic sustainability must be ensured, nation should develop self-reliant defence industry

Video on social media dismissed as attempt to undermine longstanding defence, diplomatic ties

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 — Issues concerning national security, judicial appointments, and the proposed ban on vape sales were among the key topics discussed at the 269th Conference of Rulers meeting held at Istana Negara today.

TAWAU, June 29 — The Malaysian Armed Forces' (MAF) personnel have been reminded to refrain from uploading sensitive content on social media, particularly related to security assets, to prevent hostile parties from identifying the nation's defence capabilities.

KOTA KINABALU, Feb 26 — The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) must strengthen their assets in Sabah and Sarawak to ensure the continued security and sovereignty of the nation, said Chief of Defence Force General Datuk Mohd Nizam Jaffar.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 — Amendments to the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act (Sosma) 2012 aim to balance national security needs with individual rights while ensuring its effectiveness in tackling serious, complex, and organised crimes that threaten national security and public order.

SINGAPORE, Jan 9 — Singapore will step up security checks at its land, air and sea checkpoints from January 9 to January 22, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) announced.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 — The Cabinet has agreed in principle for the National Security Council and the Prime Minister’s Department to coordinate the drafting of the National Security Bill.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 — Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin today met with Kuwaiti Ambassador to Malaysia Rashed Mohammad Al-Saleh, for a follow-up discussion on Malaysia’s interest in acquiring fighter jets from the Kuwait Air Force (KAF).

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin expressed hope that defence relations with Germany will continue to strengthen in the future.

PETALING JAYA, Oct 13 — Malaysia has good ties with other nations and allows their ships to dock here, except those from Israel, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

REMBAU, Oct 13 — The visit of military ships from China to Penang Port is a common occurrence and should not be blown out of proportion, says Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 30 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said there is a need to improve national security related legislations to ensure the country’s security is more robust from outside elements and influences.

SEOUL, Sept 11 — Defence diplomacy, such as global discussions and round table negotiations during the Seoul Defence Dialogue (SDD) 2024, is key to ensuring the continued preservation of peace and security in any nation, said Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.

SEOUL, Sept 10 — Local military industry players have been urged to spearhead the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in the sector to keep pace with rapid technological advancements.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that the public must recognise the importance of balancing human rights and freedom with responsibility to maintain the nation’s peace and stability.

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 2 — The Domestic Security Conference 2024 agreed on several strategies to combat drug and substance crimes, including the use of advanced technology such as drones, and to strengthen cooperation between national and international security agencies.

MELAKA, Aug 11 — The uncertain global security threat landscape demands that Malaysia remains vigilant, even though it is ranked as the 10th safest country according to the recent Global Peace Index (GPI), said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

JELEBU, Aug 4 — The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has outlined options on the Malaysian Army’s proposal to cancel its Black Hawk helicopter lease, said Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.

PUTRAJAYA, July 30 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today stressed the Unity Government will not compromise on defending the country’s sovereignty, and will never tolerate any demands, including over Sabah.