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The Royal Malaysia Police will deploy personnel to aviation security teams following a Cabinet decision aimed at tightening airport security. The move comes after a Malaysian pilot's detention in Indonesia on drug smuggling allegations.
The Inspector-General of Police has commended Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay for his principled leadership during more than three decades serving the Royal Malaysian Police, describing him as unwavering in upholding the rule of law.
Malaysia's outgoing Deputy Inspector-General Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay stressed that the PDRM must enforce laws impartially against all offenders, regardless of political affiliation, to earn world-class status and maintain public confidence.
Retiring Deputy Inspector-General Tan Sri Ayob Khan has delivered a parting call to the Royal Malaysia Police, emphasizing that officers must safeguard the force's reputation through unwavering integrity and ethical conduct, regardless of external scrutiny.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has honoured the retirement of Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, who completes nearly 35 years of service with the Royal Malaysia Police.
Malaysia's Home Ministry has clarified that extra drills and field duties imposed on Royal Malaysia Police personnel constitute a disciplinary mechanism rather than physical punishment, following scrutiny over a policeman's death in Sepang.