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Malaysia's government plans to increase defence spending in the 2027 budget to modernise the Malaysian Armed Forces, improve equipment, and enhance personnel welfare, signalling a strategic commitment to military readiness.
Malaysia has inked defence procurement agreements with Turkiye and South Korea, adopting a direct government-to-government approach designed to cut costs, ensure technology transfer, and build domestic defence capabilities.
Malaysia's National Defence University has inaugurated a RM1.9 million Creative Hub featuring advanced digital production facilities and collaborative spaces, marking a significant step in modernising defence sector education.