Strengthening Defence and National Security
DEFENCE PROCUREMENT ​
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Over the next four years, the PDRM government will gradually increase defence spending to 1.5% of our national GDP
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Reassess future procurement plans to see if any changes are required in light of the Covid-19 Pandemic
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Create a joint procurement plan between all services to ensure a more streamlined procurement process​
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Send security vetted SPRM officials to regularly audit current and future defence procurement programmes​
RESPONSE COORDINATION ​
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Improve naval and aerial incursion response coordination between MMEA and the Armed Forces by creating an appropriate escalation ladder
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Expand and develop NACSA to improve Malaysia’s cyber operations
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Strengthen our forward area operation capabilities to continue safeguarding Malaysian citizens and interests abroad
MILITARY WELFARE ​
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Implement safeguards against sexual harassment and discrimination in the Armed Forces
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Matching pensions to the current cost of living for veterans
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Providing tertiary education opportunities to active and reserve personnel
NATIONAL SECURITY ​
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Restructure the National Security Council to allow for more meetings and to have better planning and response coordination for future crises
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Create the position of a National Security Advisor who will advise the Prime Minister and the National Security Council on matters of national security
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Malaysian Intelligence Agencies and Special Branch will refocus their efforts from political spying to investigating transnational criminal activities and potential terrorist groups
DEFENCE INDUSTRY ​
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Work with local defence companies for future procurement initiatives and maintenance contracts
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Support greater technological innovation and improve their workforce with promising graduates
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Empower local defence companies to conduct repair and maintenance of military equipment
INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS​
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Conducting and expanding joint anti-piracy and coast guard patrol operations together with other ASEAN states
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Committed to joint military training exercises with all foreign states that are open to working with us in good faith.
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Continue to honour the Five Power Defence Arrangements