Malaysia to require MPs to join Civil Defence Force from 2026, says DPM Zahid

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Starting next year, Malaysian MPs will be required to join the Civil Defence Force (APM) in their constituencies. Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that MPs must also allocate constituency funds for APM uniforms. He emphasized APM's role as part of the nation's second line of defense, after the Armed Forces and police. This announcement followed a commissioning ceremony for 918 Civil Defence Students’ Corps cadets. Zahid highlighted the importance of student participation in uniformed units for building discipline and mentioned potential allowances for cadets are being considered.