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The Malaysian government plans to intensify screening measures for high-risk flights, passengers, crew, and cargo at all international airports, including KLIA. The Ministry of Home Affairs and Transport announced this as one of 17 security enhancements, alongside six immediate actions approved by Cabinet yesterday. These measures come in response to several cases of Malaysian citizens being detained abroad on drug trafficking charges, including a former Malaysia Airlines pilot arrested in Jakarta, Indonesia, last month.

The six immediate actions include strengthening e-Vetting procedures and access control for flight crews, aviation staff, ground operations personnel, and various individuals requiring access to secure areas. This also encompasses enhanced pre-capture, regular drug screening, and random checks for crew members and related personnel.

The presence of police at strategic locations will be increased as a preventive measure, supported by additional Patrol Patrol personnel in each terminal. Information on safety and risk will be shared through the National Immigration Command Centre, while the technical authorities from both ministries will monitor the implementation of these measures.

In the short term, the focus will be on technological development, assets, and human resources, while the long-term phase involves system transformation, information sharing, and organizational restructuring.