Malaysian Defense Minister to Meet Johor's Acting Sultan Over Armed Forces Management Concerns

Malaysia's Defense Minister, Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, is preparing to meet with the acting Sultan of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, to address royal concerns about the management of the Defense Ministry and the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM).

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I will be meeting the acting Sultan of Johor in the near future.

The minister stated that the meeting is crucial for him to personally hear Tunku Mahkota Ismail's perspective following royal remarks that highlighted issues within the ATM, described metaphorically as a "cancer."

"I will be meeting the acting Sultan of Johor in the near future. I believe we need to provide a clear picture of the statement and decree, and perhaps we can work together to improve the situation," Mohamed Khaled said.

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I believe we need to provide a clear picture of the statement and decree, and perhaps we can work together to improve the situation.

His remarks came after Tunku Mahkota Ismail issued a decree reminding all parties involved in planning the Special Operations Force (RGK) not to alter decisions already approved by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim, for specific interests. During the 61st anniversary of the RGK in Mersing, the Crown Prince also voiced criticisms regarding management issues within the Defense Ministry and the leadership of the ATM.

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All parties involved in planning the Special Operations Force (RGK) are reminded not to alter decisions already approved by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim, for specific interests.