Kuala lumpur: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is not an option, but a strategic requirement for the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in planning its operations and assignments more systematically, thereby streamlining the management of maintenance and logistics. MMEA director-general Admiral Datuk Mohd Rosli Abdullah emphasized that the agency can no longer operate reactively in facing threats at sea, and the approach of 'thinking ahead to get ahead' must become the work culture of all personnel.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Admiral Mohd Rosli highlighted the importance of AI in ensuring the agency remains relevant and always one step ahead. AI can assist the MMEA in identifying the actual strength of its assets at sea, detecting requirement gaps, planning assignments more systematically, and streamlining the management of maintenance and logistics.

He further explained that the maritime security landscape changes swiftly, requiring actions based on risk expectations and data analysis, rather than merely reacting after an incident has occurred. Admiral Mohd Rosli stated, "If we only act after something has happened, we will be left behind. We must plan much earlier, stay one step ahead, including in the aspects of operations, logistics, and human capital development."

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail also urged all agencies and departments under the Home Ministry to expedite the adoption of AI technology to boost productivity, enhance work efficiency, and improve public service delivery. He emphasized that AI is a key tool for organizations to think ahead and improve administrative efficiency.