- December 23rd, 2024
A total of 171 military assets across all three branches of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) have exceeded 30 years of service, highlighting the growing challenges posed by aging equipment. The issue, a matter of national security concern, was raised...
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim presented the highly anticipated 2025 Budget, which allocates a total of RM421 billion for national expenditures. Among the key recipients of the budget is the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF), which has been allocated RM21.2...
Chinese Navy vessels to the port of Penang in a gesture of regional diplomacy, maritime tensions have escalated with the deployment of a Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) vessel to shadow a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel reportedly conducting an "intrusive...
The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) is set to embark on a significant transformation of its helicopter fleet with the acquisition of the Leonardo AW149, a military variant of the latest generation helicopter, to replace the aging Sikorsky S-61 "Nuri."...
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) of China, and four additional warships from the Russian Pacific Fleet have docked in the northern Malaysian state. The Russian vessels are in Malaysia for a ceremony marking the 110th anniversary of the sinking...
The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) is set to receive its first batch of four FA-50M light combat aircraft, a highly anticipated development that marks a significant modernization step for Malaysia's defense capabilities in October 2026. These aircraft, part of...
Malaysia Acquiring F/A-18 Hornets fighter jets from Kuwait Strengthens Bilateral Defense Cooperation
Kuwait’s Affirmative Response Clears the Path for Malaysia’s Acquisition Malaysia is inching closer to acquiring a fleet of F/A-18 Hornet fighter jets from Kuwait, a development that could significantly enhance the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF)'s combat capabilities. Recent talks...
Malaysia is moving ahead with its plans to modernize its air force capabilities through the potential acquisition of F/A-18C/D Legacy Hornet fighter jets from the Kuwait Air Force. This move follows the establishment of a joint committee between the two...
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) near the shores of Penang has sparked a wave of discussion, both positive and critical, on social media and in political circles. Concerns over China's naval presence in the region, especially in light of...
On Friday, Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted a pivotal meeting with Malaysia’s King Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar in Beijing, marking a significant moment in China-Malaysia relations. As both leaders pledged to deepen cooperation, they reaffirmed their commitment to building a...
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