Malaysian Army chief says 15 officers are being investigated for alleged immoral activities linked to the viral ‘Yeye’ culture.
PORT DICKSON: Malaysian Army Chief General Datuk Azhan Md Othman has confirmed that 15 army officers were identified as being involved in alleged immoral activities.
The allegations are linked to the so-called ‘Yeye’ culture that recently went viral on social media.
Azhan said an internal investigation has been conducted and action is being taken against the officers involved.
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He stressed that the Malaysian Army takes any breach of orders and service regulations seriously.
“Wrongdoing is wrongdoing and will be punished,” he said at a press conference held in conjunction with a graduation parade for recruits.
Azhan said firm action will be taken without compromise against those found guilty.
He emphasised that the new army leadership would not compromise with any party, including senior-ranking officers.
Integrity and discipline are the core strengths of the army, he added.
Any offence can significantly affect the organisation’s overall image and public trust.
The Ministry of Defence earlier said it takes the allegations regarding unauthorised individuals and immoral activities in camps seriously.
The Malaysian Armed Forces was instructed to carry out an immediate internal investigation.
Meanwhile, 1,732 junior soldiers completed their Basic Military Training at the Army Basic Training Centre here.
The graduation parade included 596 female recruits.
Azhan said the event underscored the army’s commitment to producing disciplined and competent personnel. – Bernama
