Malaysia receives $68 million worth of aid from Türkiye to boost maritime security Multi-Purpose Mission Ship (MPMS) This agreement aims to strengthen Malaysia’s maritime security against threats in the South China Sea, while also reinforcing strategic cooperation between the two countries in the fields of defense industry and security. The purchase process of the ship is Türkiye’s DESAN ShipyardIt was completed with the official acceptance ceremony held in .
Details and Importance of the Agreement
Malaysian Home Affairs Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Awang Alik bin Jeman said this agreement is an important step for both countries. Acceptance Letter (SST) In his statement during the signing ceremony, he said that this cooperation is only defense industry not only in terms of but also maritime safety He stated that the agreement has also established a strategic partnership in the field of maritime security. This agreement demonstrates Malaysia’s determination against complex maritime security threats such as invasion by foreign ships and cross-border criminal activities, and will also increase Malaysia’s capacity to protect its maritime borders more effectively.
The agreement was signed by the President Recep Tayyip ErdoğanThe agreement was made official with the signing of the agreement during the official visit of the Prime Minister of Malaysia to Malaysia. Datuk Seri Anwar IbrahimThis important session, which was also witnessed by , contributed to the deepening of relations between the two countries.
Ship Features and Capacity
New MPMS ship, will be equipped with modern and advanced technological systems. The ship's design is 99 meters long and will have the capacity to operate continuously for 30 days. 70 crew ve 30 Passenger The ship, which has a carrying capacity of 10,000 tons, draws attention with its multifunctional modular structure. Naval Admiral Datuk Haji Mohd Rosli bin Abdullah, located in the internal structure of the ship four fast interceptor boats (FIC), two unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), a helicopter landing deck, health facilities ve detention center He also emphasized important features such as: These features will increase the ship’s operational capacity and flexibility, allowing it to carry out various missions.
Enhancing Malaysia's Security Capacity
The construction process of the ship, DESAN Shipyardand once completed, Malaysia, South China SeaIt will have the capacity to carry out more effective observation activities in . In particular, Foreign ships violating maritime borders It will provide a great ability to organize operations against threats such as smuggling, cross border crimes ve illegal fishing Fighting crimes such as these will also be among the ship's areas of operation.
With this new ship, Malaysia will increase its security capacity at sea, South China SeaIt will take a stronger stance against the threats it faces. The ship's versatile design and modern technological equipment will both defense and security This cooperation will strengthen Malaysia's strategic position in the field. This cooperation will not only deepen the relations between the two countries, but will also be an important step that will affect the security balance in the region.
