Kuala Lumpur: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today conveyed 67th anniversary wishes to all Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) personnel. He also expressed his appreciation to all personnel, including those who have retired, for their contributions to the proud legacy of the nation’s air force.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ahmad Zahid highlighted the RMAF’s significant role over the past six decades, emphasizing its contribution not only to air defense but also in humanitarian missions, rescue operations, and strategic support to ensure regional stability and the safety of Malaysian citizens. He acknowledged the efforts of various RMAF members, from pilots to technicians and support staff, as crucial to maintaining the nation’s strength in the skies.

Ahmad Zahid expressed pride in the discipline and courage of the RMAF, as well as their steadfast commitment to protecting Malaysia’s airspace. This dedication, he noted, has been key to ensuring the nation’s peace, sovereignty, and respect on both regional and global stages.

He further encouraged the RMAF to continue progressing alongside technological advancements and the evolving global security landscape, urging them to keep striving for excellence to maintain a peaceful and sovereign Malaysia. The RMAF’s 67th anniversary is celebrated under the theme ‘Kuasa Udara, Perisai Kedaulatan Negara’.