KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has climbed to 13th place in the 2025 Global Peace Index (GPI), and is now the second most peaceful country in Asean, following a 6.4% drop in index crime and stepped-up security operations nationwide.
Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said the ranking reflects the effectiveness of coordinated enforcement efforts, particularly by the police, in ensuring public safety and protecting national sovereignty.
“Despite several incidents during the review period from March 2025 to March 2026, the country’s overall security situation remains good and under control,” he said.
He said this in his speech at the 219th Police Day celebration at Dewan Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Hashim, Police Training Centre (Pulapol) here on Wednesday (March 25), which was also attended by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
Mohd Khalid said the police face major challenges in staying relevant amid increasingly complex and evolving security threats.
He said the force must keep adapting to change and meeting the expectations of the government and the public, without compromising its core duty of upholding the law.
“The challenges ahead represent a paradigm shift that must be addressed to meet the aspirations of the government and society.
“However, pressures and public perception will not weaken the police’s resolve to uphold justice based on the rule of law,” he said.
Mohd Khalid also recalled several attacks on police personnel, including the 2017 shooting at the Pinggiran Subang police station and the 2024 attack at the Ulu Tiram police station in Johor, which left two officers dead and another seriously injured.
He said these incidents show that some parties are still willing to challenge the law and the country’s authority, underscoring the need for a more comprehensive approach.
“I believe infrastructure at critical premises must be upgraded and existing laws amended so they remain progressive and relevant in addressing today’s complex security threats,” he added.
Meanwhile, he thanked the government for its continued support, including a RM12.063bil allocation in 2026 to strengthen the force’s capabilities.
He said the government has also approved RM200mil to expand information and communications technology (ICT) facilities at police stations and quarters nationwide.
“The allocation covers existing policies, specific programmes and development initiatives to boost operational readiness and service delivery.
“This shows the government’s commitment, translated into concrete action to strengthen national security,” he said.
