Brunei, Malaysia to strengthen cross-border security, SAR cooperation
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and Brunei have agreed to strengthen cooperation in addressing cross-border security issues, including the smuggling of contraband and other illegal activities, as well as search and rescue (SAR) and emergency response.
Malaysia and Brunei have agreed to strengthen cross-border security cooperation, addressing issues such as smuggling, illegal activities, and search and rescue (SAR) and emergency response. Following the 27th Annual Leaders Consultation, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Sultan of Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah emphasized the need for closer cooperation between relevant agencies.
The Working Committee on Security Matters Related to the Brunei Darussalam-Malaysia Land Boundary is tasked with finalizing draft guidelines for information sharing and contact point designation. Both leaders also highlighted the importance of enhancing coordination in cross-border SAR and emergency response, building on existing disaster management cooperation.
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