KUALA LUMPUR, 9 January 2024 - The Ministry of Defense's New Years Adress for 2024 took center stage in the pursuit of Malaysia's vision as a safe, sovereign, and prosperous nation. The address was delivered by the Minister of Defence, YB Datuk Seri Hj. Mohamed Khaled Nordin, at the Wisma Pertahanan Auditorium.
In his address, YB Minister of Defence highlighted five (5) main focal points for 2024. The first focus is to ensure that the national defence system is not only consistently prepared but also commands respect from both allies and adversaries. This involves three primary strategies: enhancing military assets, strengthening expertise, and developing the national defence support ecosystem.
The second focus centers on developing and updating more contemporary defence planning, while the third focuses on welfare and capacity building. Patriotism is identified as the fourth focus, emphasizing it as the nation's best defence by instilling patriotic spirit among the younger generation. Lastly, Malaysia's commitment to global peace is emphasized as a key priority for the ministry this year.
During the event, a new Corporate Image for the Ministry of Defence was launched, reflecting MINDEF's direction towards modernization. The logo design symbolizes the ministry's commitment to common values such as integrity, efficiency, and professionalism in fulfilling its responsibilities.
YB Minister of Defense also witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Defense Malaysia and the The Malaysian Institute of Integrity. The objective of the MoU is to foster collaboration in awareness, advocacy, research, and strengthening programmes related to policies, integrity values, governance, and anti-corruption in both the public and corporate sectors in Malaysia. It also involves joint efforts in the participation of the public and corporate sectors as members of the Corporate Integrity System Malaysia (CISM).
The Minister of Defense's New Year's Address was broadcasted via the Zoom platform to all Army Formations, Naval Headquarters, and Air Force Headquarters. The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Defence, YB Adly bin Zahari; Secretary-General of the Ministry of Defence, Datuk Seri Isham bin Ishak; Chief of Army, General Tan Sri Dato' Seri Mohammad bin Ab Rahman; Top Management of the Ministry of Defence, Service Chiefs as well as Senior Civil and MAF Officers.
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