Kuala Lumpur:The Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) has successfully re-exported 436 containers of electronic waste (e-waste) to their countries of origin through the initial operations phases this year.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the operations were conducted in collaboration with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), Department of Environment (DOE), and port authorities. An additional 578 containers are scheduled for re-export starting in October, with the agency aiming to re-export all 1,259 e-waste containers by the end of 2026.

AKPS director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain reported that the agency recorded seizures worth RM265.89 million in 2026, tripling the previous year's value. E-waste and drugs were significant contributors to the total value of seizures intercepted by AKPS this year.

Speaking at a press conference following the closing ceremony of the AKPS Basic Training Course for Pioneer Officers Series 1/2026, Mohd Shuhaily noted that stringent controls at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) had curbed repeated drug smuggling attempts. This enforcement at KLIA Terminals 1 and 2 results in almost daily arrests related to cannabis smuggling attempts, primarily orchestrated by foreigners.

The ceremony also marked the completion of training for 408 pioneer AKPS officers, who will begin field training at the Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link entry point. Regarding recruitment, AKPS is currently filling 13,721 positions at 122 entry points nationwide, with recruitment being phased through service scheme offers to personnel from six core agencies. Applications may open to other groups if initial recruitment phases do not meet staffing needs.