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Rulers weigh national security, vape ban and top judicial picks at latest conference

Rulers weigh national security, vape ban and top judicial picks at latest conference

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 — Issues concerning national security, judicial appointments, and the proposed ban on vape were among the key topics discussed at the 269th Conference of Rulers meeting held at Istana Negara today. The Keeper of the Rulers’ Seal, Tan Sri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad, in a statement, said the meeting was presided […]

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Border crime data shows drugs at heart of Malaysia’s security threats, says home minister

Border crime data shows drugs at heart of Malaysia’s security threats, says home minister

PUTRAJAYA, July 16 — Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail today said that drug-related offences remain the most common crimes linked to national border security, based on findings from the National Border Security Index (IKSN). He said an analysis of 1.2 million crime records found that three key offences under the Dangerous Drugs Act

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Khaled Nordin: Madani Economy projects in army camps help boost family income, support food security

Khaled Nordin: Madani Economy projects in army camps help boost family income, support food security

GEORGE TOWN, July 14 — The Madani Economy initiatives implemented in military camps nationwide have successfully generated additional income for the families of armed forces personnel while contributing to the development of downstream industries, including food security. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the projects, supported through a RM10 million allocation and carried

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Strengthening maritime security: Malaysia purchase of Italian maritime patrol aircraft — Phar Kim Beng and Jitkai Chin

Strengthening maritime security: Malaysia purchase of Italian maritime patrol aircraft — Phar Kim Beng and Jitkai Chin

JULY 7 — Although Malaysia has about 4675km of coastline length and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Area of more than 334,600 square km, Malaysia’s current maritime surveillance relies heavily on Beechcraft Super King Air B200T and CN-235s operated by the RMAF and MMEA. While functional, these assets lack of modern sensors, data-link capabilities, and mission

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Saifuddin says travel warnings on Sabah east coast outdated, urges diplomats to see security progress first-hand

Saifuddin says travel warnings on Sabah east coast outdated, urges diplomats to see security progress first-hand

SEMPORNA, July 5 — Travel advisories against Sabah’s east coast no longer reflect the reality on the ground, where enhanced security measures and a tourism boom have taken root, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said today. He said Malaysia is actively engaging with foreign governments to correct these perceptions — including through site

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Abang Johari: Sarawak to offer scholarships for security studies at elite UK military academy Sandhurst

Abang Johari: Sarawak to offer scholarships for security studies at elite UK military academy Sandhurst

KUCHING, July 2 — Sarawak government intends to offer scholarships to Sarawakians interested in a security career to further their studies at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United Kingdom, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg. He was cited as saying by Sarawak Public Communications (Ukas) that this move is one

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‘This grief must not be in vain’: Bandar Kuching MP urges campus security overhaul after student’s death in Cyberjaya

‘This grief must not be in vain’: Bandar Kuching MP urges campus security overhaul after student’s death in Cyberjaya

KUCHING, June 26 — The tragic death of a female tertiary student from Kuching in her Cyberjaya dormitory must be investigated immediately, thoroughly, and transparently, said Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii. The Democratic Action Party (DAP) lawmaker said the suspected murder case must lead to changes in safety protocols. “This incident must serve as

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Malaysia monitoring security in Qatar after missile strike, Malaysians advised to stay vigilant

Malaysia monitoring security in Qatar after missile strike, Malaysians advised to stay vigilant

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 — Malaysia’s Foreign Ministry is closely monitoring the security situation in Qatar, and is prepared to take appropriate measures, if necessary. To date, no Malaysian has been affected. “The safety and well-being of Malaysian citizens remain the government’s utmost priority. “Updates will be provided through official media channels as necessary,” the

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No tax on essentials: Mat Sabu says govt prioritising food security in SST expansion

No tax on essentials: Mat Sabu says govt prioritising food security in SST expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 — The government will continue to ensure essential goods like rice, cooking oil, vegetables, chicken and fish remain tax-free to safeguard the people’s food security. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the implementation of revised Sales Tax (ST), effective July 1, only involves selected and premium

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President Duda: Poland, Malaysia can champion multilateralism and collective security

President Duda: Poland, Malaysia can champion multilateralism and collective security

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 — Medium-sized nations such as Poland and Malaysia could play a more assertive role in shaping a more equitable global order based on collective security and multilateralism amid growing geopolitical tensions, Polish President Andrzej Duda said. Speaking at a public lecture in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday, Duda said that while Poland

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Security guards can’t ask for your MyKad — it’s against the law, NRD confirms

Security guards can’t ask for your MyKad — it’s against the law, NRD confirms

PUTRAJAYA, June 10 — Security guards do not have the authority or right to request, hold or scan the identity card (MyKad) of the public, according to the National Registration Department (NRD). NRD in a statement to Bernama said only five categories of officers are allowed to do so under Regulation 7(1), National Registration Regulations

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Drones for peace, not provocation: Asean’s path to a smarter security architecture — Phar Kim Beng

Drones for peace, not provocation: Asean’s path to a smarter security architecture — Phar Kim Beng

JUNE 6 — The call for Asean to establish a joint and comprehensive drone strategy — one that is integrated from end to end — is not only timely but necessary. As highlighted in The Edge Malaysia’s recent analysis, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are no longer the preserve of great powers. Their utility spans civilian,

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