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Tawau, 10 September 2024 – Deputy Minister of Defence, YB Adly Zahari, during his visit to Sabah from 8 to 10 September 2024 for the Madani Veteran Care Program (PVM) in the Tawau area, had the opportunity to engage with 11 ATM veterans, including the elderly, those with chronic illnesses, widows, children with disabilities, and entrepreneurs.

During the visit, YB Adly also had the honor of presenting the Pingat Jasa Malaysia (PJM) to one of the veterans, who was unable to attend the previous award ceremony due to health issues.

"The PVM initiative ensures that veterans are not only appreciated symbolically but are also provided with practical support to enhance their quality of life," said YB Adly during the press conference. "This contribution is a token of our appreciation to the ATM veterans who have sacrificed for the country. We are committed to ensuring they receive the support and assistance they deserve as a recognition of their service."

Supporting the 6th Core of the Madani Policy, 'Ihsan', the government has committed to increasing the JHEV ATM allocation from RM118 million to RM244 million in 2024. This significant increase will provide broader benefits to ATM veterans. Therefore, ATM veterans are encouraged to register and update their personal information with JHEV ATM and their local associations to ensure that all assistance schemes provided by JHEV ATM, such as the Cost of Living Assistance (BSH), Schooling Assistance, Assistance for Higher Education Institutions, Patient Equipment Assistance, and Natural Disaster Assistance, can be distributed efficiently and effectively to eligible veterans.

This year, the government has also tripled the allocation for the Cost of Living Assistance, increasing it from RM54 million to RM174 million. As of 30 June 2024, a total of 29,331 ATM veterans have received these benefits, involving nearly RM56 million in expenditure.

The PVM initiative serves as a platform for two-way interaction between the Ministry of Defence and ATM veterans, focusing on five main areas: welfare, health, housing, education, and economic empowerment of ATM veterans. PVM will continue to be a platform for the ministry to deliver welfare contributions and entrepreneurial incentives to veterans in need, as encouragement to enhance their socio-economic well-being.

This Madani Veteran Care Program visit was also accompanied by the Deputy Director-General of JHEV ATM, Mr. Sophian Isswandy bin Ismail, Assistant Director of JHEV ATM Sabah, Captain Muhammad Khaidir bin Ramlee TUDM, Chief Executive Officer of the ATM Veterans Foundation, Lt. Col. (B) Azwadi bin Jamian, members from the Tawau District Social Welfare Department (JKM), and representatives from local associations in Tawau.

SEMPORNA, 9 September 2024 – Deputy Minister of Defence, YB Adly Zahari, visited and engaged with 12 ATM veterans, including those with chronic illnesses, widows, children with disabilities, and entrepreneurs in the Semporna area.

In addition to checking on their well-being, YB Adly also took the opportunity to present food baskets to each of the veterans he visited. This initiative is part of the government's Madani focus, coordinated by the Ministry of Defence, in its efforts to safeguard the welfare of every ATM veteran.

Through this initiative, positive impacts have been realized as the welfare and well-being of ATM veterans continue to be cared for, whether through household assistance or support in the socio-economic sector, in line with their past contributions and sacrifices in preserving the nation's peace.

Among the veterans visited were also entrepreneurs from various fields, such as those supplying cooking gas to households and operators of recreational parks.

This Madani Veteran Care Program (PVM) visit was also joined by the Deputy Director-General of JHEV ATM, Mr. Sophian Isswandy bin Ismail, Assistant Director of JHEV ATM Sabah, Captain Muhammad Khaidir bin Ramlee TUDM, Chief Executive Officer of the ATM Veterans Foundation, Lt. Col. (B) Azwadi bin Jamian, members from the Semporna District Social Welfare Department (JKM), and representatives from local associations.

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LAHAD DATU, 8 September 2024 – Deputy Minister of Defence, YB Adly Zahari, visited the wife and family of the late Private First Class (PFC) Arman San Hermansa, a member of the Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM), who tragically passed away during the Salvaj KD Pendekar Operation in the waters of Tanjung Penyusup, Kota Tinggi, Johor.

During the visit, YB Adly Zahari expressed his condolences and presented a cash contribution to the family as a gesture of sympathy. He also assured the widow that the government, through JHEV ATM and the ATM Veterans Foundation, would provide assistance through various welfare schemes to help ease the family’s burden.

"Thank you for this visit. Your presence brings back memories and the spirit we have long kept in our hearts," said the widow of the late naval serviceman during the visit.

Also present during the visit were the Commander of the Diving and Mine Warfare Force, Rear Admiral Dr. Tay Yap Leong, Deputy Director-General of JHEV ATM, Mr. Sophian Isswandy bin Ismail, Chief Executive Officer of the ATM Veterans Foundation, Lt. Col. Azwadi bin Jamian (B), and officers from JHEV Sabah.

JOHOR BAHRU, 5 September 2024 – Deputy Minister of Defence, YB Adly Zahari, engaged with veterans during the Madani Veteran Care Program (PVM) in Mersing, today, as a significant gesture of appreciation for the services and sacrifices of the ATM veterans in the area.

Throughout the program, which runs from 4 to 6 September 2024, YB Adly Zahari visited 12 ATM veterans, many of whom are elderly and suffering from chronic illnesses. Among them, two veterans are entrepreneurs, operating a restaurant and a fresh chicken processing business. In addition to checking on their well-being, YB Adly Zahari presented contributions in the form of essential items such as food, health supplements, and diapers to each veteran he visited.

Furthermore, 300 Rahmah Baskets were distributed to local veteran associations for distribution to eligible veterans in need.

The Mersing PVM program was also attended by the Commander of the 21st Royal Malay Regiment (GGK), Major General Ahmad Shuhaimi Mat Wajab; Staff Officer 1 of the JHEV Secretariat, Lieutenant Colonel Nor Azimi bin Idris; Director of JHEV Johor Branch, Major Johadi bin Jemaat; as well as representatives from the Social Welfare Department (JKM), PERHEBAT, and local ATM veteran associations from Mersing.

The Ministry of Defence, through JHEV ATM, remains committed to addressing the needs of ATM veterans, focusing on five main areas: welfare, health, housing, education, and economic empowerment.

KUALA LUMPUR, 2 September 2024 – The Handover of Duties Ceremony for the Director General of the Department of Veterans Affairs (JHEV) ATM was held today in the Guest Room, Office of the Secretary-General, Ministry of Defence.

The ceremony began with the signing of the Handover of Duties Note between Major General Dato' Zambery Jefry bin Haji Darus, who officially handed over his responsibilities as the Director General of JHEV ATM to Major General Dato' Haji Semaon bin Haji Marjuki.

The handover ceremony was witnessed by YBhg Datuk Seri Isham bin Ishak, the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Defence, and attended by senior officers of JHEV ATM.

This transition was prompted by Major General Dato' Zambery Jefry bin Haji Darus's new appointment as Chief of Staff at the Eastern Field Command Headquarters (PMTTD) in Kem Muara Tuang, Kota Samarahan, Sarawak.

The entire JHEV ATM workforce extends its heartfelt gratitude and deepest appreciation to Major General Dato' Zambery Jefry bin Haji Darus for his dedicated service and contributions during his tenure as the Director General of JHEV ATM.

Congratulations are also extended to Major General Dato' Haji Semaon bin Haji Marjuki on his appointment as the new Director General of the Department of Veterans Affairs (JHEV) ATM.

Kuala Lumpur, 28 August 2024– H.E. Ma Feixiong, Deputy Minister of Veterans Affairs of the People's Republic of China, led an official working visit to the Veterans Affairs Department (JHEV) ATM today. The delegation was warmly welcomed by Mr. Sophian Isswandy bin Ismail, Deputy Director-General of JHEV ATM, upon their arrival at the JHEV Headquarters, TH Perdana Tower.

This visit also coincided with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and China, following the signing of the Joint Communiqué by Tun Abdul Razak and H.E. Chou En Lai on 31 May 1974.

During the visit, the delegation was given the opportunity to observe the operations of the Local Service Centre (OSC) established by JHEV ATM to facilitate veterans and their dependents in dealing with the department.

The delegation was also briefed on the functions and role of JHEV ATM in safeguarding the welfare of ATM veterans in Malaysia, presented by the Deputy Director-General of JHEV ATM.

Accompanying the delegation were Dr. Syed Mohamad Syakir bin Syed Omar, Chief Assistant Secretary of the Policy and Strategic Planning Division, Ministry of Defence; Mr. Nor Darna Yanto bin Saaidin, Assistant Director of the Policy Division, JHEV ATM; and senior officers from JHEV ATM.

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Besut, 25 August 2024 – Major General Dato' Zambery Jefry bin Haji Darus, Director-General of the Veterans Affairs Department (JHEV) ATM, officiated the House Key Handover Ceremony under the ATM Veterans Housing Initiative for the state of Terengganu.

Through the Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans Housing Initiative Program, the Director-General successfully carried out the handover of the "Newly Built House" key to Madam Yuslina Binti Haji Yusof, the widow of the late ATM veteran (Allahyarham Ramli Bin Yasin). She was fortunate to be selected for the housing program, which aims to provide a new home for ATM veterans or their widows.

This project, which commenced in May and June 2023, was fully constructed by Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (SPNB) on land owned by the veteran in Besut, Terengganu.

As of 16 August 2024, a total of 49 applications for new houses and 155 applications for home repairs have been approved, involving an allocation of RM4.73 million. The eligibility criteria for the Housing Initiative Program are open to ATM veterans or widows whose household income falls below the established Poverty Line Income (PGK).

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Sungai Buloh, 16 August 2024 – The Commander of the Western Fleet, Vice Admiral Dato' TS Shamsuddin bin Haji Ludin, officiated the Pingat Jasa Malaysia (PJM) award ceremony for ATM veterans, held at the Dewan Jubli Perak, Kompleks PERHEBAT, Kem Sungai Buloh. A total of 419 veterans received the prestigious Pingat Jasa Malaysia (PJM) in recognition of their service.

A heartfelt appreciation and gratitude go to Vice Admiral Dato' TS Shamsuddin bin Haji Ludin, Commander of the Western Fleet, for officiating the ceremony, and congratulations to all recipients of the Pingat Jasa Malaysia.

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