Kuala lumpur: The Home Ministry is still awaiting a full report on the investigation into enforcement officers suspected of abetting a 'flying passport' syndicate while on duty at the country's border checkpoints. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the ministry will obtain a report from Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Home Minister expressed confidence in the director-general's capability to handle the situation, stating, "Let him (Shuhaily) handle it first. I believe we have placed the right person in the right position." This statement was made at the 53rd anniversary celebration of the People's Volunteer Corps (RELA) at Dataran Kulim.

Yesterday, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) arrested four enforcement officers suspected of receiving bribes of about RM3,000 for facilitating the 'flying passport' activity at the motorcycle entry zone checkpoint at the Johor-Singapore border. Two of them were detained by AKPS' Compliance Unit during an inspection at the counter yesterday, while two other officers were arrested for allegedly colluding in the operation.

Meanwhile, Saifuddin Nasution emphasized the need for RELA members to equip themselves with new skills and enhance their training to expand their scope of functions. He highlighted the importance of shifting RELA's core duties from traffic control, disaster response, and managing public events to include responsibilities in sensitive areas such as border control.

He clarified that RELA will not act alone but will complement and support existing enforcement agencies. The ministry sees potential for RELA to contribute further, enhancing their role in national security and enforcement tasks. Saifuddin Nasution assured that the ministry will continue to assess the needs of the department, particularly concerning the welfare of RELA personnel.