‘Defence industry must stop relying on outside help’


KUALA LUMPUR: The defence industry here needs to be independent and not rely on outside expertise in its effort to strengthen the country’s defence and security, says Science and Technology Research Institute for Defence (STRIDE) director-general Dr Mohd Yazid Ahmad.

He said STRIDE was always prepared to work together with local defence industry players, especially in carrying out training, research and development to reduce dependency on outside sources.

Subscribe or renew your subscriptions to win prizes worth up to RM68,000!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

defence industry , security , STRIDE

   

Next In Nation

Teenager dies, another hurt after m-bike crashes into car
School bus fare increase inevitable, says association
Great discounts on essential items at KLCC's Rahmah Madani Sale
RM10.76mil allocation will boost healthcare delivery in Johor, says state MMA
Police patrol car involved in accident while investigating crash
Body of missing fisherman found near Pulau Ketam
Sabah keen on Chinese investment in Blue Economy sector, says Hajiji
Flood evacuees increase in several states on Saturday morning
Monsoon: Kelantan DID monitors 82 hydrological stations, 42 flood warning sirens
Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta kicks off at Straits Quay Marina

Others Also Read