KUALA LUMPUR, 14 November 2026 (The Capital Post) – The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) has held discussions with the National Defence Studies Centre (PUSPAHANAS) on strengthening Malaysia’s defence education system and developing strategic leadership capabilities within the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM).
Defence Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Lokman Hakim Ali received a courtesy visit from PUSPAHANAS President Lieutenant General Dato’ Mahadzer Amin of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) at Wisma Pertahanan on 13 November.
According to a post on the official Facebook page of Kementerian Pertahanan Malaysia, the meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on the strategic direction and role of PUSPAHANAS in advancing the country’s defence education ecosystem.
Discussions focused on developing strategic leadership, strengthening intellectual capabilities and promoting forward-looking approaches to defence planning.
The ministry highlighted the importance of ensuring that military leadership development is supported by knowledge, strategic understanding and the ability to assess increasingly complex security challenges.
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It also emphasised that strengthening defence education institutions should be regarded as a long-term investment in developing human capital and enhancing the institutional capabilities of the country’s defence sector.
MINDEF reaffirmed its commitment to supporting these efforts through policy coordination and improvements to the national defence education ecosystem.
The ministry said the education system must remain responsive to changes in the strategic environment, technological advancements and future security requirements.
The meeting reflected continued efforts to strengthen the role of defence education in preparing military leaders to address evolving national security challenges.– The Capital Post
