KUALA LUMPUR: The police’s Special Actions Unit (UTK) will be beefed up with more assets and training to enhance the unit's readiness in times of crisis.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the purchase of assets, equipment and training would begin this year to better prepare the UTK in facing security threats.
"I made a promise to myself, this year we will build a new facility for UTK and have more assets and equipment.
"The unit has been provided with new assets from time to time, but I feel that new assets should be provided to meet current needs."
He said this at the UTK 41st anniversary celebration at the Cheras Federal Reserve Unit Complex here, today.
The Home Minister said four countries had offered skills training for Malaysian police, especially the UTK.
"The countries are in North America, one in Europe and two in Asia," he added.
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