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Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan

Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan

Former Malaysian Army Chief (2023-2025)

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Malaysia's military procurement scandal triggers historic freeze

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Released from remand; retired effective January 1, 2026

Malaysia's defence procurement system has produced scandal after scandal—the Scorpene submarines, the littoral combat ships, now a suspected cartel controlling army tenders. On January 17, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim froze all military and police procurement for anyone under investigation—a step no predecessor had taken. He also ordered a comprehensive review of the government's weapons and equipment purchases.

Updated May 21