PUTRAJAYA: The new MyKad, which is expected to be introduced next month, will feature 53 security elements compared with 23 on the current version.
National Registration Department director-general Datuk Badrul Hisham Alias said the upgraded security features include laser engraving, ultraviolet (UV) elements, holograms, guilloche patterns, microtext, QR codes for enforcement purposes, and a chip with enhanced encryption technology.
"It certainly has better security features than what is available now.
"The launch will be announced by the Home Ministry when the time comes, and at the National Registration Department (JPN) level, we are ready for that purpose," he told reporters after the NRD Management Meeting with the Media Thursday (May 7).
Badrul Hisham said the introduction of the new MyKad reflects the government's commitment to strengthening identity security in line with technological advancements and evolving security challenges.
He added that updated versions of MyPoCA and MyTentera will also be introduced next month.
At the same time, he clarified that the new MyKad would not include the Touch'n Go feature.
Meanwhile, Badrul Hisham said the media engagement session was organised to strengthen ties between the JPN and media practitioners.
"At the same time, the JPN also expresses its appreciation to media partners who have worked closely with the department in delivering authentic information to the public," he said. - Bernama
