PETALING JAYA: The Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim, said today he will vet all military equipment procurements to ensure they are of high quality and meet national defence needs.
The king said the government must uphold integrity in procuring military equipment and constructing facilities, Bernama reported.
"Equipment must be of high quality and meet the needs of the military and national defence, rather than being influenced by suppliers or agents offering commissions," he said at the royal commissioning parade and presentation of credentials to Malaysian Armed Forces cadet officers at Perdana Camp, Sungai Besi, today.
Sultan Ibrahim, who is also the supreme commander of the armed forces, warned that officers involved in corruption or abuse of power will not be tolerated.
He said corruption and abuse of power among military officers could jeopardise the country’s sovereignty and dignity.
"A career as a military officer demands integrity, trustworthiness, sacrifice, and unwavering loyalty in defending our nation," he said.
He said military officers must always maintain discipline and proper conduct, especially in uniform, to avoid damaging public trust and the military’s overall reputation.
Sultan Ibrahim also reminded newly commissioned cadet officers that their training is just the beginning, with many more challenges and courses ahead.
"My advice is for you to be resolute and resilient in your training and continuous learning to face an increasingly challenging world as well as adapt to the latest defence technologies," he said.
