KPT monitors IPTs for militant activities linked to IS ideology
Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir confirmed the move following recent arrests, including 36 Bangladeshis, under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA).
Zambry emphasized close coordination with security forces, particularly the police, to curb the spread of extremist ideologies.
'Our collaboration remains strong to address threats, whether domestic or foreign,' he said after opening the Setiawangsa UMNO delegates meeting.
On June 30, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail disclosed that some detainees had been repatriated.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail later clarified that no Malaysians were recruited into the militant network.
Investigations by the Special Branch confirmed the group's activities involved only Bangladeshis. - Bernama
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