LCS scandal: fewer ships, more money, less fire power
The auditor-general has given us the numbers – now Parliament must demand accountability.
Malaysia is purchasing fewer vessels for higher costs, potentially receiving the first ship, LCS 1, before it is combat-ready. The Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) project is behind schedule, with the first vessel delayed until December 2026, possibly extending to April 2027. The government has already spent RM8.56 billion, 76.22% of the revised RM11.23 billion contract value, despite paying for fewer ships.
The audit highlights a lack of essential weapons and support systems for LCS 1, including a surface-to-surface missile system that may require three years for alternative procurement and six years for production and delivery. The auditors warn that the navy could receive LCS 1 without the full combat capability promised, making it a "floating work-in-progress" in Malaysian history.
The project's timeline and cost have shifted, raising questions about accountability and the need for parliamentary oversight.
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