KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- The media can play an important role in strengthening the spirit of nationalism among Malaysians, which serves as a foundation for nation-building, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said.
He said the role is crucial in ensuring that society continues to appreciate the value of patriotism and understands the shared responsibility of safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty.
“The media can help nurture the spirit of nationalism, which is important as a foundation for national defence,” he said at the Defence Minister’s iftar with media practitioners here.
Also present were Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari, Chief of Defence Force Gen Datuk Malek Razak Sulaiman, Army Chief Gen Datuk Azhan Md Othman, Navy Chief Admiral Tan Sri Dr Zulhelmy Ithnain and Air Force Chief Gen Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris.
Bernama Editor-in-Chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj and Bernama News Service Executive Editor Mohd Haikal Mohd Isa were also present.
Mohamed Khaled also commended media practitioners for their continued cooperation in covering defence and national security matters.
He said amid the current geopolitical situation, particularly the ongoing conflict in West Asia, every country must remain vigilant and continue strengthening its security capabilities.
“Security and defence are not solely the responsibility of the armed forces but require the involvement and contribution of all Malaysians,” he said.
-- BERNAMA
BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; www.bernama.com; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies.
Follow us on social media :
Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio
Twitter : @bernama.com, @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio
Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial
TikTok : @bernamaofficial
