Armed Forces to look after veterans affected by floods, says Deputy Minister


Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari (right) sharing a light moment with some of the children who received contributions under the aid programme. - Photo: Bernama

ALOR GAJAH: The Malaysian Armed Forces will look after the fate of its veterans currently affected by floods in several states, says Adly Zahari.

The Deputy Defence Minister said the ministry will contact Perbadanan Perwira Niaga (Pernama), under the Armed Forces Fund Board (LTAT), to identify the actual number of veterans affected by the disaster.

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