KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia and Thailand agreed to sign a major defence agreement this year to expand joint defence industry projects and boost regional security.
Malaysian Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin met with Thai Defence Minister Lieutenant General Adul Boonthumjaroen in Kuala Lumpur to finalize the plans. Both leaders pledged to deepen military collaboration and streamline supply chains across both nations.
The upcoming agreement focuses on local defence manufacturing, joint technical development, and technology sharing. Both countries plan to build on successful initiatives like the First Win armored vehicle project while exploring new aircraft maintenance partnerships.
Beyond industrial cooperation, the two ministers reaffirmed their commitment to border security. They agreed to enhance joint operations against smuggling and illegal cross-border activities.
Both nations will finalize details during the upcoming General Border Committee meeting to solidify long-term stability across Southeast Asia.
