Only 54% of Enforcement Officers Join New Border Agency Scheme

A mere 54% of the 6,341 enforcement officers from six core agencies have opted to join the new Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) service scheme. This means only 3,419 officers have so far agreed to the terms, encompassing personnel from the Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Immigration Department, Road Transport Department, and Wildlife Protection Department, among others.

The limited uptake suggests potential challenges in integrating these agencies under a unified border control framework. The reasons behind the reluctance of the remaining officers to join the scheme remain unclear, but it points to possible concerns regarding the new service terms or the agency's structure.

This low participation rate could impact the AKPS's operational effectiveness from its inception. The agency's success hinges on the full cooperation and integration of its personnel, and a significant portion of the workforce opting out or delaying their decision may hinder its ability to fulfill its mandate of controlling and protecting the nation's borders.