Lumut: Entering its 93rd year, the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) continues to prioritise the welfare of its personnel, families, and veterans, said Chief of Defence Forces Gen Tan Sri Malek Razak Sulaiman. He emphasized the MAF's efforts to strengthen ties with the public and expand defence diplomacy at multiple levels, with a significant focus on ASEAN.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the transformation of the MAF is not limited to structural and capability changes but also involves a shift in mindset, culture, systems, and the strengthening of relationships with the public and strategic partners. This was highlighted in Gen Tan Sri Malek Razak Sulaiman's address during the 93rd MAF Day celebration at the Royal Malaysian Navy Base.
The Chief of Defence Forces attended a gathering at Dewan M. Sidek Shabudin, KD Pelandok, to honour injured personnel, veterans, and welfare recipients in conjunction with the celebration. The event was graced by other military leaders such as Chief of Army Gen Tan Sri Azhan Md Othman, Chief of Navy Admiral Tan Sri Dr Zulhelmy Ithnain, and Deputy Chief of Air Force Lt Gen Datuk Seri Nur Hafis Abdul Karim.
Contributions were presented to 27 veterans, 18 injured personnel, and 15 dependents of personnel with chronic illnesses. Additionally, Gen Tan Sri Malek Razak launched the MAF Strategy and Governance Books and Documents, underlining the theme of this year's celebration, "Ketahanan ATM, Benteng Pertahanan Negara" (MAF Resilience, The Defence Bulwark).
The event, which included a public carnival, attracted thousands of visitors and featured a Combat Parade with 641 officers and personnel from all three MAF services. Highlights included defence asset displays, exhibition booths, capability demonstrations, performances, and interactive activities, reflecting the MAF's commitment to readiness and capability development amid a changing security environment.
The celebration also showcased MAF's transformation efforts through the introduction of initiatives and strategic documents like MyZULU Health, Program Kesihatan Sosial dan Kerohanian Organisasi (KSKO), HRMIS on Internet (HOI), and the Cyber Force Nucleus Team. Additionally, strategic documents such as the Mid-Term Review Document of the National Military Strategy 2.0, the 4th Dimension Malaysian Armed Forces Plus (4DMAF+), and the MAF Anti-Corruption Action Plan Book 2026-2030 were launched, marking significant steps in the MAF's ongoing evolution.