Mindef plans to set up defence investment committee to manage asset procurement
Mindef plans to form a Defence Investment Committee as part of efforts to prevent and avoid irregularities in the procurement of assets.
Mon Oct 03 2022
RMAF to acquire MALE UAS in 2025, operation in early 2026
Malaysia is expected to acquire Medium-altitude Long-endurance Unmanned Aircraft System (MALE UAS) in 2025 with operation commencing in early 2026, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.
Tue Aug 02 2022
Agong visits Mindef
The official visit by Al-Sultan Abdullah to Mindef is the first since the proclamation of His Majesty as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
Mon Jul 04 2022
Non-pensionable MAF veterans, widows to receive Aidilfitri special assistance
Aidilfitri Special Assistance of RM250 will also be given to veterans and widows of non-pensionable Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) veterans.
Mon Apr 18 2022
Security-based gig job opportunities for over 128,000 Armed Forces veterans under Code 7
Over 128,000 Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) veterans under 60 have the opportunity to sign up for a gig career through Code 7, which offers security-based services.
Wed Jan 12 2022
Govt views seriously allegations of plot to invade Sabah
The government views seriously the news report by an international media that alleged 600 members of the Royal Sulu Army (RSA) are preparing to invade Sabah.
Thu Dec 09 2021
Delivery of MD-530G helicopters for MAF expected in Q1 of 2022 - Ikmal Hisham
The delivery of six MD-530G helicopters procured for the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) is expected in the first quarter (Q1) of next year, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.
Thu Dec 09 2021
MAF has blocked all cybersecurity threats so far - Deputy Minister
The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) has successfully blocked all cybersecurity threats so far, said Deputy Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ikmal Hisham Abdul Aziz.
Wed Dec 01 2021
'MyVeteranMall' offers digital entrepreneurship opportunity to 300,000 MAF veterans - Ikmal Hisham
The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Veterans Affairs Department today launched the 'MyVeteranMall' application, offering 300,000 of its members the opportunity to venture into digital entrepreneurship.
Tue Nov 30 2021
RMAF forms committee to investigate crash of Hawk 108 fighter jet
The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has set up a committee to investigate the crash of the Hawk 108 fighter jet in Butterworth, Penang, last night.
Wed Nov 17 2021
Mindef plans to procure UAV, drones to strengthen border surveillance - Ikmal Hisham
A total of 84 mini unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) units will be included in the new procurement proposal to further strengthen Ops Benteng intelligence, monitoring and surveillance next year.
Wed Nov 10 2021
Peacekeeping mission: MALBATT 850-8 leaves for Lebanon
The troops were divided into four groups, where the first comprising 216 individuals led by MALBATT Commander Col Azudin Hassan left for Lebanon yesterday evening.
Fri Oct 02 2020
Ikmal Hisham regrets letter of support issue
Ikmal Hisham said that there was a possibility of misunderstanding apart from some weaknesses on his part which would be corrected in Parliament.
Sat Aug 22 2020
Support letter does not guarantee position applied for - Ismail Sabri
He said the decision to appoint individuals for any position in an organisation is the right of the organisation itself.
Sat Aug 22 2020
Review loan disbursement mechanism by PTPTN - Ikmal Hisham
Datuk Seri Ikmal Hisham Abdul Aziz (BN-Tanah Merah) said the proposal was made because there were borrowers who should not have received the PTPTN loans while those who were qualified missed out.
Tue Oct 31 2017
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024