Armed Forces chief General Tan Sri Affendi Buang said the entry of illegals into the country was expected to increase following the reopening of the borders, therefore the purchase of high-technology assets could boost surveillance and control for efficiency and effectiveness.
"I have high hopes that the national defence allocation can be increased to strengthen the country’s land and maritime borders, especially by acquiring more assets and logistics. It is a very worthwhile long-term investment because intrusion by illegals is always there and must be tackled all the time," he added.
Jen Affendi said the installation of closed-circuit thermal imaging cameras at the hotspots to watch out for the landing of illegals and suspicious movements, besides monitoring of search and rescue operations, could reduce the number of personnel on the field. "We will make an announcement after we finalise it. I hope this can be done and the operations to protect the borders continued using other ways and means,” he said.
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