Kuala lumpur: The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) welcomes the proposal and initiative by relevant parties to employ ex-servicemen as part of the workforce, including as wardens at educational institutions. Army Deputy Chief Lieutenant General Datuk Tengku Muhammad Fauzi Tengku Ibrahim said that in addition to curbing disciplinary offences such as, especially in schools, such an initiative also provides second career opportunities for military personnel or veterans.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Deputy Chief emphasized the value of integrating veterans into the workforce, highlighting that many have served over 20 years and are still young enough to contribute significantly to society. "We welcome agencies that are willing to take in veterans as part of their workforce. Having served for more than 20 years, if they were to retire at say 40 or 41, there is still a job market for them in the outside world," he remarked. He noted that the discipline and experience gained during military service could be beneficially shared with the public.
He added that the MAF is always ready to equip its personnel to be "redeployed" in the context of national and community development after retirement. Previously, Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki announced plans to appoint former military and police personnel as full-time wardens in all Maktab Rendah Sains MARA (MRSM) boarding schools to tackle bullying and other disciplinary issues.
Asyraf Wajdi shared on Facebook that the first group of ex-police and military personnel would start their roles as wardens at the Besut MRSM and Balik Pulau MRSM in Penang on Monday. This initiative aims to ensure a safe and peaceful learning environment for all students.
In another development, Tengku Muhammad Fauzi reiterated that the MAF maintains zero tolerance for personnel involved in activities tarnishing the military's and the country's image. He assured that no privileges would be given, and offenders would face both civil and military laws. "We will provide the best support and cooperation to enforcement agencies to conduct their investigations. Whoever has committed an offence will be brought to justice," he stated.
On Thursday, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) detained 10 individuals, including five senior MAF officers and two journalists, in connection with a smuggling syndicate. Also remanded were a company manager, a Malaysian Medical Association administrative assistant, and a foreign woman.