The Tunku Mahkota of Johor says such exercises are vital to better prepare the armed forces and refine their skills to protect the country’s sovereignty.
In a Facebook post, Tunku Ismail said such exercises were vital in strengthening operational readiness, enhancing capabilities, and refining the skills required to safeguard the nation’s security and sovereignty.
“The Johor royal institution and state government will continue to provide our full support in such matters.”
He added that there should be no unnecessary barriers preventing such exercises from being carried out.
Tunku Ismail also said his support for the armed forces was not limited to active-duty servicemen, but also those who had retired or would be retiring.
“Johor’s doors will always be open to them as a gesture of appreciation for their sacrifices and immense contributions to the country.”
On Sunday, the Tengku Mahkota of Pahang, Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah, ordered the armed forces to obtain the Pahang sultan’s consent before conducting any military training and exercises in the state.
Tengku Hassanal had raised concerns over a planned military training activity near Pahang’s islands, which he said could affect the environmental ecosystem, flora, and fauna.
Earlier today, the National Security Council (MKN) said military drills were subject to strict procedures, requiring approval from the relevant state governments before they were held.
MKN said drills were conducted with close cooperation between the armed forces, state governments, and relevant agencies to ensure they proceeded smoothly and safely.
Nonetheless, it said that SOPs were refined periodically, and post-drill evaluations were held to assess the effectiveness of military exercises and ensure damaged areas were repaired. - FMT
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