Kuala lumpur: The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) deploys over 6,000 personnel from its three branches-land, sea, and air-to ensure the highest level of national security and readiness at the country’s borders and waters at all times. Its chief, General Datuk Malek Razak Sulaiman, stated that MAF operations are conducted 24 hours a day, including throughout the month of Ramadan, to monitor the waters, land borders, and other strategic areas.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the majority of the MAF members are Muslims who observe fasting, yet essential duties such as patrolling and surveillance continue without compromise. General Malek Razak emphasized, “The peace we enjoy, especially leading up to Hari Raya Aidilfitri, is the result of the presence of the MAF, which always carries out its duties and maintains the country’s security,” during his visit to the MAF post in Tanjung Sepang.
The visit to Pos Tanjung Sepang, a key operational area of Op MERPATI managed by the 7th Brigade of the Malaysian Infantry Brigade, aimed at engaging with the personnel and reviewing the operational environment and existing infrastructure. During the visit, Malek Razak reviewed operational achievements, including arrests made by two ranger units and the use of drone technology to monitor potential illegal landings at the border.
He noted that continuous improvements are being made to bridge operational gaps between posts and enhance intelligence effectiveness, including cooperation with the Royal Malaysia Police and other agencies. He also emphasized improving infrastructure and operational facilities that have been in use for a long time, ensuring that cooperation between agencies is integrated for maximum effectiveness.
“Pos Tanjung Sepang is in the best condition, and the safety of the community in the operational area is guaranteed. This proves that what the MAF is doing aligns with the government’s needs in maintaining the sovereignty and security of the country,” he added. Earlier, Malek Razak also mingled with MAF officers and members during the buka puasa meal at Pos Tanjung Sepang.