ALOR GAJAH: The Defence Ministry is weighing firm action, including prosecution in the military court against 15 army officers identified as being involved in alleged immoral activities in a military camp.
Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari (pic) said the ministry enforces clear disciplinary regulations and will not tolerate any conduct that tarnishes military values.
He said any breach of discipline would first be dealt with internally through the establishment of an investigation committee before the case is referred to the military court for adjudication.
“Within the military system, there is a military court. Those involved can be also brought and prosecuted in this court,” he said at the launch of the Chinese New Year decorations at Kampung Permai here.
Adly was asked on remarks by Army chief Jen Datuk Azhan Md Othman who confirmed that 15 officers had been identified in connection with alleged immoral activities linked to the so-called “yeye” culture, which recently went viral on social media.
He said his ministry remains committed to cultivating an integrity-driven culture among armed forces personnel, stressing that any form of hedonistic culture is wholly unacceptable.
“Whatever occurred, isolated or otherwise, if it does not reflect the culture of the Armed Forces, action will be taken in accordance with existing processes and regulations, including through the military court,” he added.
