The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin stressed that safeguarding national sovereignty extends beyond the military and police, calling on all Malaysians to contribute through patriotism and unity.
The Ministry of Defence conducted a three-day defence awareness tour in Pulau Banggi, engaging border communities through dialogue sessions, educational programmes, and civil-military cooperation initiatives to strengthen national security.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has approved an extra RM2 million grant for this year's Warriors' Day observance, reflecting improved financial stewardship. The announcement underscores government commitment to honouring military personnel and enhancing defence sector welfare.
Thailand's unease over Chinese-made tanks delivered to Cambodia reflects not genuine security concerns but anxiety over losing military dominance, analysts argue, exposing a strategic double standard in border diplomacy.
Malaysia's Weststar Defence Industries has partnered with Australian firm Rocket Technologies International to establish domestic rocket and missile manufacturing, a move Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin says will strengthen national sovereignty and align with defence industry policy.