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The Sun
4 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
New IGP to harness AI in fight against crime
KUALA LUMPUR: Newly appointed Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail has pledged to strengthen the force's capabilities and credibility, particularly in combating cross-border crimes through the use of technology. He expressed hope that the move would steer the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) towards greater heights, in line with the force's modernisation, particularly in adopting the latest technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI). 'To carry out future policing tasks, I believe the use of AI must be given due attention so that our force continues to progress and is able to deal with any form of threat,' he told reporters after the 'Paluan Berundur KPN' farewell ceremony at the Kuala Lumpur Police Training Centre (Pulapol) here today. Mohd Khalid officially assumed duties as the 15th Inspector-General of Police (IGP) today, replacing Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, at a handover of duties ceremony witnessed by Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. The event was also attended by Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil and senior PDRM officials. Meanwhile, Mohd Khalid expressed his gratitude to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, for consenting to his appointment as the 15 IGP and to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for the trust placed in him. 'I would also like to thank the Home Minister for his leadership in steering the PDRM towards greater excellence. 'My deepest appreciation and thanks also go to the 14th IGP, and I believe I will carry on the initiatives that have already been implemented,' he said.
The Sun
4 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Outgoing IGP proposes special ministry for police force
KUALA LUMPUR: The outgoing 14th Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain has proposed that the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) be placed under a dedicated ministry to strengthen the operations and management of the 130,000-strong force. He said the proposal had been submitted to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Home Ministry for consideration, noting that it is an administrative structure common in other countries such as China, Brazil, Vietnam, South Korea as well as Brunei, to be on par with key sectors such as health and defence. 'I see this need as an important resolution to ensure PDRM continues to be relevant, in line with the evolution of today's globalisation and digital era. 'I am optimistic that this (special ministry) will bring about positive change and great improvement in empowering public service for the common good,' he said when speaking at the Handover of Duties Ceremony of the Inspector-General of Police at the Police Training Centre (Pulapol) in Kuala Lumpur today. Earlier at the ceremony, Bukit Aman Special Branch director Datuk Mohd Khalid Ismail was appointed as the 15th IGP to replace Razarudin effective today. The ceremony was witnessed by Home Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and was also attended by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and senior PDRM officers. In his speech, Razarudin expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the support from various parties throughout his tenure as the head of the security forces since June 2023 and throughout his more than 42 years of service in PDRM. The Dengkil-born native also reminded all members to continue upholding integrity and make the value of good governance the core of service delivery. 'As is well known, the problems of integrity, corruption, misconduct and abuse of power still plague the image and create a stigma for the force and its personnel. 'Compliance with the Inspector-General of Police's Directive No. 191 – Total Enforcement of Regulation 3C of the Public Servants (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993 is necessary and should be taken seriously,' he said. Razarudin in his speech also prayed that Mohd Khalid would be able to lead the Sang Saka Biru (''The Blue Perennial' -- a name given to the PDRM flag) team towards greater success. 'I believe this selection is based on Mohd Khalid's experience and credibility, which makes him a trusted leader to lead the PDRM to even greater excellence. I pray that he will fulfil this responsibility entrusted to him,' he said. After the handover of duties ceremony, Razarudin received an official send-off salute from the Main Regimental Colours, Battalion Colours and Unit Colours of PDRM in a beating the retreat ceremony. Razarudin, who attended the ceremony with his wife Puan Sri Zainah Othman, also received the Commander's Salute ('Hormat Panglima') from the combined personnel and officers of all departments in the PDRM, in the ceremony which was also graced with a salute from the PDRM Air Operations Force. The retreat ceremony ended with the lowering of the Sang Saka Biru flag before Razarudin boarded a ceremonial vehicle to sign the visitors' book at the Pulapol Guard Room, the final stop before his departure from the ceremony and the Royal Malaysia Police. Razarudin, who joined PDRM in 1982, was appointed as the 14th IGP for a two-year contract after retirement, effective June 23, 2023 and will end his 42 years of duty with the police force this Sunday. Throughout his career, Razarudin has held several key positions including head of the Penang Criminal Investigation Department in 2016, deputy commissioner of Sabah police (2016), deputy police chief of Perak (2018), police chief of Perak (2019), director of Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (2020) and Deputy Inspector-General of Police (2021).
The Sun
4 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Create a special police ministry for PDRM - Razarudin Husain, outgoing IGP
KUALA LUMPUR: The outgoing 14th Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Razarudin Husain has proposed that the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) be placed under a dedicated ministry to strengthen the operations and management of the 130,000-strong force. He said the proposal had been submitted to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Home Ministry for consideration, noting that it is an administrative structure common in other countries such as China, Brazil, Vietnam, South Korea as well as Brunei, to be on par with key sectors such as health and defence. 'I see this need as an important resolution to ensure PDRM continues to be relevant, in line with the evolution of today's globalisation and digital era. 'I am optimistic that this (special ministry) will bring about positive change and great improvement in empowering public service for the common good,' he said when speaking at the Handover of Duties Ceremony of the Inspector-General of Police at the Police Training Centre (Pulapol) in Kuala Lumpur today. Earlier at the ceremony, Bukit Aman Special Branch director Datuk Mohd Khalid Ismail was appointed as the 15th IGP to replace Razarudin effective today. The ceremony was witnessed by Home Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and was also attended by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and senior PDRM officers. In his speech, Razarudin expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the support from various parties throughout his tenure as the head of the security forces since June 2023 and throughout his more than 42 years of service in PDRM. The Dengkil-born native also reminded all members to continue upholding integrity and make the value of good governance the core of service delivery. 'As is well known, the problems of integrity, corruption, misconduct and abuse of power still plague the image and create a stigma for the force and its personnel. 'Compliance with the Inspector-General of Police's Directive No. 191 – Total Enforcement of Regulation 3C of the Public Servants (Conduct and Discipline) Regulations 1993 is necessary and should be taken seriously,' he said. Razarudin in his speech also prayed that Mohd Khalid would be able to lead the Sang Saka Biru (''The Blue Perennial' -- a name given to the PDRM flag) team towards greater success. 'I believe this selection is based on Mohd Khalid's experience and credibility, which makes him a trusted leader to lead the PDRM to even greater excellence. I pray that he will fulfil this responsibility entrusted to him,' he said. After the handover of duties ceremony, Razarudin received an official send-off salute from the Main Regimental Colours, Battalion Colours and Unit Colours of PDRM in a beating the retreat ceremony. Razarudin, who attended the ceremony with his wife Puan Sri Zainah Othman, also received the Commander's Salute ('Hormat Panglima') from the combined personnel and officers of all departments in the PDRM, in the ceremony which was also graced with a salute from the PDRM Air Operations Force. The retreat ceremony ended with the lowering of the Sang Saka Biru flag before Razarudin boarded a ceremonial vehicle to sign the visitors' book at the Pulapol Guard Room, the final stop before his departure from the ceremony and the Royal Malaysia Police. Razarudin, who joined PDRM in 1982, was appointed as the 14th IGP for a two-year contract after retirement, effective June 23, 2023 and will end his 42 years of duty with the police force this Sunday. Throughout his career, Razarudin has held several key positions including head of the Penang Criminal Investigation Department in 2016, deputy commissioner of Sabah police (2016), deputy police chief of Perak (2018), police chief of Perak (2019), director of Bukit Aman Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (2020) and Deputy Inspector-General of Police (2021).
Daily Express
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Mohd Khalid Ismail appointed new IGP
Published on: Friday, June 20, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 20, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: KUALA LUMPUR: Bukit Aman Special Branch director Datuk Mohd Khalid Ismail ( pic ) has been appointed as the new Inspector-General of Police (IGP), replacing Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, effective today. The handover-of-duties ceremony took place at the Kuala Lumpur Police Training Centre (Pulapol), witnessed by the Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and attended by the Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil as well as senior officers of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). Advertisement Mohd Khalid, 60, has held various important positions in the PDRM Special Branch, including Chief of the Pahang Special Branch from May 25, 2018, before being appointed as the Bukit Aman Special Branch chief assistant director on Sept 6, 2021. Saifuddin Nasution in a statement today said Mohd Khalid's appointment received the consent of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia in accordance with Clauses (4) and (5) Article 140 of the Federal Constitution, upon the advice of the Prime Minister and the recommendation of the Police Force Commission. According to him, the contract appointment is for two years, starting from June 23 this year until June 22, 2027. He said Mohd Khalid was a highly experienced officer in the field of intelligence and security since he began serving in the force on April 5, 1987, when he was assigned to the Special Branch at the Bukit Aman police headquarters, after completing the General Police Training in the same year. Advertisement "Mohd Khalid also has experience serving at the Bukit Aman police headquarters, contingents and overseas, and has held key positions such as Deputy Director of Special Branch I, Bukit Aman police headquarters, and Security Liaison Officer (SLO) London, United Kingdom. "He was promoted to the position of Special Branch director on April 10, 2023, before mandatory retirement on April 8, 2025, and his service as Special Branch director continued after retirement and he was appointed on a contract basis starting from April 8, 2025, until now," he said. Saifuddin Nasution said that based on his extensive experience in the field of policing, Mohd Khalid possesses high competence and leadership qualities to carry on the continuity and responsibility of leading the team. Mohd Khalid, who was born in Manong, Perak on April 8, 1965, holds a Master's Degree in Comparative Laws and a Bachelor's Degree in Law (Honours) from the International Islamic University Malaysia, as well as a Diploma in Public Administration from Universiti Teknologi Mara. Saifuddin Nasution also expressed appreciation to Tan Sri Razarudin Husain for his dedicated service and contributions during his tenure as IGP since June 23, 2023. "The Madani government congratulates and extends its best wishes to Mohd Khalid on his appointment," he added. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Malaysian Reserve
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Malaysian Reserve
Mohd Khalid Ismail appointed new IGP
KUALA LUMPUR — Bukit Aman Special Branch director Datuk Mohd Khalid Ismail has been appointed as the new Inspector-General of Police (IGP), replacing Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, effective today. The handover-of-duties ceremony took place at the Kuala Lumpur Police Training Centre (Pulapol), witnessed by the Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and attended by the Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil as well as senior officers of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). Mohd Khalid, 60, has held various important positions in the PDRM Special Branch, including Chief of the Pahang Special Branch from May 25, 2018, before being appointed as the Bukit Aman Special Branch chief assistant director on Sept 6, 2021. Saifuddin Nasution in a statement today said Mohd Khalid's appointment received the consent of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia in accordance with Clauses (4) and (5) Article 140 of the Federal Constitution, upon the advice of the Prime Minister and the recommendation of the Police Force Commission. According to him, the contract appointment is for two years, starting from June 23 this year until June 22, 2027. He said Mohd Khalid was a highly experienced officer in the field of intelligence and security since he began serving in the force on April 5, 1987, when he was assigned to the Special Branch at the Bukit Aman police headquarters, after completing the General Police Training in the same year. 'Mohd Khalid also has experience serving at the Bukit Aman police headquarters, contingents and overseas, and has held key positions such as Deputy Director of Special Branch I, Bukit Aman police headquarters, and Security Liaison Officer (SLO) London, United Kingdom. 'He was promoted to the position of Special Branch director on April 10, 2023, before mandatory retirement on April 8, 2025, and his service as Special Branch director continued after retirement and he was appointed on a contract basis starting from April 8, 2025, until now,' he said. Saifuddin Nasution said that based on his extensive experience in the field of policing, Mohd Khalid possesses high competence and leadership qualities to carry on the continuity and responsibility of leading the team. Mohd Khalid, who was born in Manong, Perak on April 8, 1965, holds a Master's Degree in Comparative Laws and a Bachelor's Degree in Law (Honours) from the International Islamic University Malaysia, as well as a Diploma in Public Administration from Universiti Teknologi Mara. Saifuddin Nasution also expressed appreciation to Tan Sri Razarudin Husain for his dedicated service and contributions during his tenure as IGP since June 23, 2023. 'The MADANI government congratulates and extends its best wishes to Mohd Khalid on his appointment,' he added. — BERNAM
