Turkiye earthquake: Malaysia sends 70 search and rescue personnel


SEPANG: Malaysia is sending the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) to Turkiye to assist search and rescue (SAR) efforts to locate victims of the earthquake in southern Turkiye as a sign of solidarity with those affected by the disaster.

Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim instructed Wisma Putra and Minister in Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs and Special Functions) Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali to take immediate action by sending a SAR team to Turkiye following the earthquake that hit 10 regions.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Zambry Abdul Kadir , SMART , SAR , Earthquake ,  Turkiye

Next In Nation

Economic empowerment of Indian community key to success for entrepreneurs, says Ramanan
Sabah polls show voters prefer local parties that align with federal govt, says Saifuddin
Two killed, three injured as loading crane collapses in Pontian
Malaysia urges Thailand, Cambodia to cease military action along border
Students’ voices key to school safety reforms
Six teens arrested for racing, performing reckless motorcycle stunts on Second Link Expressway
Namewee's bail extended pending toxicology report on influencer's death
Allow students to have a voice in policies that will shape their own future
Paris Court ruling confirms Sabah's sovereignty, says Shafie
Sabah will have a mini scheduled waste management facility, says Ewon

Others Also Read