Malaysia must explore satellite technology for defence systems, says Army's cyber chief


KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Armed Forces director-general of cyber and electromagnetic defence Rear Admiral Datuk Shamsuddin Ludin (second, right) and Malaysian Armed Forces Headquarters Chief of Staff Lieutenant-General Datuk Arman Rumaizi Ahmad (right) visiting the exhibition booths after launching the Satellite Awareness Day 2023 on Tuesday (Jan 17). - Photo: Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia must explore advanced satellite technology for the national defence system since many countries, especially world powers, have already surged ahead in that direction.

Malaysian Armed Forces director-general of cyber and electromagnetic defence Rear Admiral Datuk Shamsuddin Ludin said the development of satellite technology for the national defence system, including weaponry assets, needs to adapt local expertise to ensure it is used safely.

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