PUTRAJAYA, May 9 — The Malaysian Army (TDM) is tightening security along the country’s borders to curb smuggling and cross-border crimes ahead of the Aidiladha celebrations later this month.
Army chief General Datuk Azhan Md Othman said the force remains on constant alert to ensure the continued security and sovereignty of the nation’s borders.
“We will further tighten control at every border, especially along the northern border between Malaysia and Thailand.
“It is during festive periods like this that activities violating regulations tend to occur,” he told reporters after officiating the Army Run 2026 in conjunction with the 93rd Army Day celebration here today.
According to Azhan, existing operations along the country’s borders will continue to ensure there are no security breaches at the nation’s entry points.
Earlier, Azhan said the army would continue strengthening the deployment of personnel and assets along the country’s borders to ensure border security remains safeguarded and under control.
He said the effort is being supported by the latest technology, including the use of drones, scrambler motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and optronic equipment.
The media previously reported that the army successfully foiled an attempt to smuggle 20 cattle from Thailand, estimated to be worth RM225,000, during an operation at the border on May 4.
On Army Run 2026, Azhan said the event received an encouraging response, with the participation of 6,000 people comprising members of the Malaysian Armed Forces, government agencies, the private sector, amateur athletes and the public from across the country.
“Insya-Allah, we will organise this event again next year,” he said.
Meanwhile, the army, in a statement, said the inaugural Army Run 2026 reflected the close unity between army personnel and the public, in line with the Whole of Government and Whole of Society (WoGoS) approach in strengthening cooperation for the nation’s interests.
“Besides promoting a healthy and active lifestyle, the programme also serves as a platform to strengthen ties between the army and the people through community participation in a safe, organised and patriotic environment,” it said.
