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Sultan Ibrahim conveyed Warriors' Day greetings to Malaysia's security forces via social media, expressing appreciation for their sacrifices. The King was unable to attend the national parade in Putrajaya due to ongoing medical treatment for back and hip pain.
The Sultan and Tengku Ampuan of Pahang have issued a Warriors Day tribute honouring Malaysia's armed forces and police personnel, emphasising their vital role in safeguarding national sovereignty and stability.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysians to honour the sacrifices of the country's security forces, emphasising that national independence and prosperity were achieved through the courage and service of defence personnel.
The early voting process for armed forces personnel in the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election is proceeding without hitches, with more than 60 per cent of registered military voters having cast their ballots by midday.
A Defence Ministry investigation into a fatal grenade explosion at Kem Hobart in Kedah last month has determined the weapon's safety lever was released prematurely, causing detonation near the trainees' bodies.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has approved an additional RM2 million allocation for this year's Warriors' Day celebration, recognising the contributions of Malaysian Armed Forces veterans to national defence and security.
The Armed Forces Fund Board (LTAT) has engaged 28,500 military personnel through its 'Jelajah Wira' initiative, launching a new debit card to recognise service members' contributions and loyalty to the nation.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Armed Forces have formalized closer cooperation to combat corruption, establishing new protocols for intelligence exchange and joint investigations.
Malaysia's defence procurement for a new missile system to replace the Naval Strike Missile will take two to three years, with technical evaluation expected to conclude by month's end.
The MACC and Malaysian Armed Forces have pledged to strengthen cooperation on intelligence sharing and governance standards, aiming to enhance anti-corruption efforts and protect national interests.
Malaysia's Defence Ministry expects to receive the investigation report into a fatal grenade explosion at Hobart Camp in Gurun by mid-July, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin announced, as the military reviews training protocols following two incidents.