Defence assets expected to meet future needs if plans stay on track, Dewan Rakyat hears

Published on 26 Oct 2026 2:51:09 PM

Malaysia’s military assets are expected to remain adequate if defence procurement plans proceed as scheduled, with the government’s long-term strategy extending to 2050, Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said.

He told the Dewan Rakyat on Monday (Oct 26) that the revised Defence White Paper also addresses emerging threats such as cyber warfare, while Malaysia is strengthening maritime patrols and intelligence-sharing to safeguard the Strait of Malacca.

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