MINDEF is refining a proposal to create a dedicated pathway for Royal Malaysian Navy veterans to join maritime enforcement agencies, leveraging their expertise and reducing training costs.
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Defence is refining a proposal to create a dedicated pathway for Royal Malaysian Navy veterans to join maritime enforcement agencies.
Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said the move leverages existing expertise and could deliver significant savings on training costs.
“Recruiting new enforcement officers typically requires up to six months of training, which involves high cost and expertise,” he said in Parliament.
“By bringing in veterans, we can shorten that period and allow them to contribute straight away.”
He was responding to a question on efforts to expand second-career opportunities for RMN veterans in the maritime and enforcement sectors.
Adly said veterans already possess the necessary discipline and skills, minimising the need for lengthy basic training.
Responding to another question, he addressed the recognition of veterans’ technical expertise.
He said the ministry, through the Veterans’ Affairs Department, is implementing certification programmes like the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning.
The initiative aims to translate 21 years of service by other ranks into diplomas or degrees.
“We recognise that academic recognition is the main challenge for veterans,” Adly stated.
“Through APEL and collaboration with the Department of Skills Development, we ensure their expertise is officially accredited.”
This accreditation helps veterans stay competitive in the second job market.
In a separate development, Adly addressed queries regarding the Armed Forces Fund Board’s investments.
He said LTAT has not sold any palm oil plantation equity since 2024.
“Instead, in line with LTAT’s 2023-2025 Strategic Plan, the ministry is focused on boosting the investment portfolio,” he explained.
The focus is on delivering sustainable returns for contributors.
