Negeri Sembilan: The Negeri Sembilan police will enhance security measures to ensure the smooth conduct of several ASEAN-level meetings scheduled to take place in the state. Its police chief, Datuk Ahmad Dzaffir Mohd Yussof, stated that the police force would also increase personnel by 20 to 30 per cent in the affected districts to support the existing workforce.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Ahmad Dzaffir assured that the police are prepared to provide the best cooperation to ensure security throughout the ASEAN meetings or conferences. Security measures will be enhanced to prevent any unwanted incidents. He shared these comments with reporters after attending the Negeri Sembilan police contingent Cakna programme in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebrations.

Port Dickson has been identified as one of the locations for several ASEAN meetings. Personnel from neighbouring districts will be deployed to support security operations. The ASEAN-level meetings are scheduled to take place in September and October.

Malaysia assumed the ASEAN Chairmanship on January 1, 2025, under the theme “Inclusivity and Sustainability,” reflecting the country’s aspirations to build a unified and prosperous ASEAN. Malaysia has previously held the ASEAN Chairmanship in 1977, 1997, 2005, and 2015.

Meanwhile, Ahmad Dzaffir urged the public to cooperate with the police and report any criminal activities, especially within neighbourhoods and local communities, to ensure prompt action.