Soldiers unite in spiritual preparations for Christmas
KUCHING: Thirty-two Christian soldiers from the Regiment 511 Territorial Army) attended a Holy Mass at St Ann’s Church in Kota Padawan to prepare for the upcoming Christmas Day. The programme, which included two officers and 30 rank-and-file members, took place last Friday. It aimed to strengthen the spiritual connection among the officers and members who […]
Pension payment for widows, widowers of soldiers extended
KUCHING: The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) is extending the pension payment period for widows or widowers of veteran soldiers after the end of their services. Federal Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Ikmal Hisham Abdul Aziz in a press conference explained that the period is extended until the retiree reaches the age of 80. “We do not […]
My country, wither government?
Love your country, but never trust its government. – Robert Heinlein, American author A soldier was once asked whether he fought for his country or his government. He replied with another question to the first question: Is there a difference? The sincere inquirer told the soldier that you could love your country, but suspect your […]
Shooting incident involving soldier: Army to form inquiry team
TAMPIN: The Army will form an inquiry team to improve security operations procedures and governance following an incident where its personnel allegedly fired shots before committing suicide in Kuching, Sarawak, yesterday (Oct 13). Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Affendi Buang said the formation of the team was to avoid such incidents, especially among its […]
Soldiers receive food aid from YaPEIM
KUCHING: The Malaysian Islamic Economic Development Foundation (YaPEIM) contributed 500 food baskets and 500kg frozen meat to the Armed Forces in conjunction with its Food Bank YaPEIM 3.0 programme. The programme, which was jointly organised by the Armed Forces First Division, YaPEIM and Tabung Baitulmal Sarawak, was done via drive-through at Masjid Solahuddin al Ayyubi, […]
Conquering a lofty dream
I am not judged by the number of times I fail, but by the number of times I succeed: And the number of times I succeed is in direct proportion to the number of times I fail and keep trying. — Tom Hopkins, writer I’ve met many heroes in my lifetime — soldiers, sportsmen and […]
Drive-through vaccination service for soldiers
SIBU: The 3rd Battalion, Royal Malay Regiment at Mile 14, Jalan Oya here launched a drive-through vaccination service at its camp today (June 16). The coordinator of the programme, Lieutenant Colonel Anuar Ahmad said the aim of the two-day programme was to vaccinate the soldiers. Abyarm who is also the Chief of Staff of […]
Over 70 soldiers take part in parade
SIBU: A total of 11 officers and 61 members of other ranks of Regiment 510 Askar Wataniah (Reserve Army) took part in a parade at Sri Rejang Camp here today. The parade was led by the head of administrative branch, Major Ejau Ajot, and adjutant Captain Muhamad Lutfi Mohd Asbi. The activity included internal audit […]
Epitome of bravery lost
KUCHING: Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas has described the late Datuk Awang Raweng as one of Sarawak’s finest soldiers. “He was the epitome of sheer dedication to duty and responsibility blended with uncommon valour. “All Sarawakians and in particular the Dayak community will deeply mourn his passing but he will be remembered […]
Soldiers bleed for a good cause
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Malaysian Armed Forces First Division teamed up with Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) today to hold a blood donation programme. “As a result, 110 bags of blood were successfully collected for the hospital,” said the division in a statement issued today. The programme, organised by the First Medical Battalion, took place at the multipurpose […]
