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The Sun
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Johor and Riau Islands police boost cross-border security cooperation
JOHOR BAHRU: The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and the Indonesian National Police (Polri) have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cross-border security cooperation during a high-level meeting today. The discussions focused on tackling maritime security threats, smuggling, human trafficking, and terrorism in the Johor-Riau Islands waters. The meeting was attended by Johor's newly appointed police chief, CP Ab Rahaman Arsad, and Riau Islands Regional Police Chief Inspector General Asep Safrudin. Both leaders emphasized the importance of joint efforts to safeguard the shared maritime border. 'Johor, as a maritime border state with the Riau Islands, remains committed to ensuring the safety of the region through close cooperation between the two regional enforcement agencies,' stated the Johor police in an official Facebook post. Also present was ASP Riza Sativa, police consul and liaison officer from the Indonesian Consulate General in Johor Bahru, who plays a key role in facilitating coordination between Polri and Malaysian security forces. In his first press conference yesterday, CP Ab Rahaman highlighted Johor's strategic location bordering Singapore and proximity to Indonesia, making it a critical security gateway. He stressed the need for heightened preparedness among PDRM personnel to address emerging threats. With over 10,000 police officers in Johor, CP Ab Rahaman described the force as a vital asset in combating cross-border crime and drug-related offenses. - Bernama
Malay Mail
6 days ago
- Malay Mail
New Johor police chief vows to instil ‘G.R.E.A.T.' principles across state contingent
JOHOR BHARU, Aug 4 — Newly appointed Johor police chief Commissioner Ab Rahaman Arsad has pledged to implement a set of guiding principles for all 10,400 police personnel in the state, aimed at improving the force's performance and professionalism. He said the framework, dubbed 'G.R.E.A.T.', is designed to shape the identity and work culture of Johor's police contingent. 'G represents good governance, R is responsibility, E is empathy, A is accountability, while T is the tendency to focus on goals. 'I will try to apply these principles within the Johor police contingent, in the hope that all our officers will become G.R.E.A.T. personnel,' he said in his address following the handover of duties ceremony at the state police contingent headquarters here today. Ab Rahaman officially received his appointment letter as the 67th Johor police chief during the event, taking over from Datuk M. Kumar, who is expected to assume his new post as Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director. The ceremony was witnessed by Bukit Aman management department director Datuk Seri Abdul Aziz Abdul Majid. Ab Rahaman said Johor requires focused attention as it serves as a major gateway to the southern region of the country. He acknowledged that the state presents its own set of challenges, due to its unique social, economic, political and security dynamics. 'However, I am always prepared to take on challenges. Rest assured that the police in Johor, under my leadership, will deliver the best service,' he said. Originally from Kulai, Johor, Ab Rahaman began his career in the police force in 1989. The 58-year-old has held several senior positions, including head of the management department in both the Negeri Sembilan and Kedah police contingents. Kumar, 56, joined the police in December 1991 as an Inspector. His previous appointments include Johor deputy police chief, Johor CID deputy chief, Johor Baru South deputy district police chief, and Mersing district police chief.
Malay Mail
6 days ago
- Malay Mail
Ab Rahaman named Johor police chief, replacing M. Kumar who heads to Bukit Aman CID
JOHOR BARU, Aug 4 — Bukit Aman management (services and personnel) division deputy director Ab Rahaman Arsad has been appointed the new Johor police chief, effective today. The 58-year-old senior officer officially replaces Datuk M. Kumar, who has held the post since January 24, 2024. Kumar is expected to take up his new role as Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director. The handover of duties ceremony took place at the Johor police contingent headquarters and was witnessed by Bukit Aman management department director Datuk Seri Abdul Aziz Abdul Majid. Ab Rahaman was also promoted to the rank of police commissioner during the ceremony, which included the symbolic passing of the baton of command from Kumar. Originally from Kulai, Johor, Ab Rahaman began his police career in 1989 and has held several senior positions, including head of the management department for both the Negeri Sembilan and Kedah police contingents. Kumar, 56, joined the police force in December 1991 as an Inspector. His previous roles include serving as Johor deputy police chief, Johor CID deputy chief, Johor Baru South deputy district police chief, and Mersing district police chief. At the same event, there was also a handover ceremony for the Johor Police Family Association (Perkep) chairmanship, as Kumar's wife, Datin S.P. Shanthi, passed the role to Ab Rahaman's wife, Salwah Mahdan. The ceremony was witnessed by Perkep management department chair Datin Seri Selmiah Tuan Ibrahim.
