PM Anwar satisfied with LCS construction progress
He said the progress demonstrated the government's strong commitment to prioritising national security assets and reflected the MADANI government's emphasis on good governance.
'We regard the RMN as a key line of defence, as our waters are not immune to threats such as terrorism, potential foreign incursions and smuggling. That is why I agreed for the LCS project to continue under the Finance Ministry.
'Previous delays stemmed from weak management, governance issues and corruption. If the management is poor, how can we ensure maritime security? That's why good governance is essential,' he said in his speech at the Kenduri Rakyat programme held in conjunction with the Perak MADANI Rakyat Programme 2025 at Shariff Hall, RMN Lumut here today.
Also present was Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.
Earlier, the prime minister visited the Lunas facility at the RMN base to inspect the ongoing LCS construction works.
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