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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has committed to increasing the defence budget for 2027, emphasizing the need to maintain military readiness and improve personnel welfare. The move comes as Malaysia strengthens its armed forces capabilities.
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening defence ties with Malaysia, according to Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, following a courtesy call from US Ambassador to ASEAN Kevin Kim during a major military law conference in Kuala Lumpur.
The Raja of Perlis held a formal audience with the nation's army chief on July 29, reinforcing cooperation between the state's royal household and military leadership on security and national development matters.
Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof has called on Malaysians to honour the sacrifices of national heroes and security personnel who have devoted their lives to protecting the nation's sovereignty and peace.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced a comprehensive review of the promotion system for senior Malaysian Armed Forces officers, citing concerns that advancement timelines exceed those for other civil servants.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has approved an extra RM2 million for this year's Warriors' Day celebration, citing good management of the annual event honouring Malaysian Armed Forces veterans.
Malaysia's Chief of Defence Force visited Cambodia's Banteay Meanchey province to evaluate border security conditions and receive briefings from ASEAN monitors overseeing the Cambodia-Thailand ceasefire agreement.