Overview of National Safety Score
What is IKK?
Aligned with the national agenda to ensure that “National Security is a Shared Responsibility,” the National Security Policy (DKN) 2021–2025 introduces the National Security Index (IKK) as a tool to measure the effectiveness of its implementation through a comprehensive approach managing national security across various sectors.
In addition, the development of IKK is seen as a strategic mechanism and an alert system for all stakeholders, including government bodies, the private sector, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and the general public, to work collaboratively towards the continuous improvement of national security. Furthermore, the proposed IKK measurement indicators will act as a foundation for evaluating national security with fairness, transparency, integrity, and accountability.
1. Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity
National sovereignty and territorial integrity form the foundation of a nation’s stability and security.
2. Sociopolitical Stability
Sociopolitical stability is essential in fostering a peaceful and harmonious environment that supports national progress.
3. National Unity
National cohesion strengthens unity among citizens, ensuring mutual respect and shared responsibility in building a resilient nation.
4. Good Governance
Good governance enables a nation to implement its formulated policies effectively, manage national resources efficiently, gain international recognition, and meet the expectations of its people.
5. Economic Resilience
Economic integrity is when a nation possesses a sustainable and resilient economy, against both internal and external economic threats.
6. Social Justice
The core value, in particular, has to be upheld in accordance with the Federal Constitution while considering the varying levels of socioeconomic development among different ethnic groups.
7. Sustainable Development
Sustainable development is development that meets present and future needs in order to achieve a balance among economic, social, demographic, and environmental aspects.
8. Public Safety
The development of ideas and the global security environment has led to a shift from a state-centric security approach to a people-centric security approach. state‑centric security towards
a people-centered security approach (people centric security).
9. International Recognition
Malaysia’s pragmatic, principled, and neutral approach has ensured ongoing recognition and cooperation in economic, political, and security fields with regional and global powers.
Statement From
“Current security threats include international cybercrime such as online scams, fake news, fake accounts, and identity theft.”
YB DATUK AHMAD FAHMI MOHAMED FADZIL
Menteri Komunikasi Malaysia
“No compromise on national security”
YM RAJA DATO’ NUSHIRWAN ZAINAL ABIDIN
Ketua Pengarah Keselamatan Negara
Majlis Keselamatan Negara, Jabatan Perdana Menteri (MKN, JPM)
“The mission of DOSM is to promote integrity-based statistics and professional services that support a culture of evidence-based decision making.”
The role of DOSM is “from cradle to grave.”.”
“The future development of IKK should include metadata (birth certificate) and appropriate weighting in order to provide an overall picture of national security.”
YBHG. DATO’ SRI MOHD UZIR MAHIDIN
Ketua Perangkawan, Jabatan Statistik Malaysia (DOSM)
“The role of AGC is to provide legal advice to the ruling government as well as to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YDPA).”
“We are exposed to various physical and cyber security threats. In cases involving such threats, SOSMA procedure is applied as it offers a faster procedure and process compared to the CPC.”
“The number of legal advisories issued by the AGC can be used as one of the indicators in IKK.”
YBRS. TUAN MUHAMAD ISKANDAR AHMAD
Timbalan Pendakwa Raya, Bahagian Pendakwaan, Jabatan Peguam Negara (AGC)
“APM plays a role before, during, and after any disaster, war, and overall national security threats.”
“APM promotes awareness through civil defence programmes across all levels of society, ranging from kindergarten to primary school and secondary school, higher education institutions, and the general public.”
YAS TUAN AMINURRAHIM MOHAMED
Mantan Ketua Pesuruhjaya, Angkatan Pertahanan Awam (APM)
“NADMA manages disasters. NADMA is not a responder,we coordinate disaster management at the central level. At the state and district levels, we have the JPPN and JPPD.”
“In the context of disasters, there are situations that are unpredictable, particularly in terms of their severity. Therefore, we must be prepared with all necessary facilities to face such emergencies.”
“All aspects influence national security, including legislation, the judiciary, the economy, politics, and NADMA’s own role in ensuring the well-being of the people.”
YBRS. ENCIK AHMAD RAJIUN ABU BAKAR
Mantan Pengarah Seksyen Dasar dan Perancangan, Agensi Pengurusan Bencana Negara (NADMA)
“One of the primary functions of RELA under Act 752 is to assist any registered security force in the country when requested.”
“RELA may support any agency and serve as a manpower resource in delivering services related to safety and welfare, such as community clean‑ups, post‑disaster recovery efforts, and safeguarding buildings.”
“RELA acts as the eyes and ears of the government.”
YBRS. TUAN MOHAMAD RAZIB BUHAINI
Pengarah Bahagian Operasi, Jabatan Sukarelawan Malaysia (RELA)
“The role of DVS centres on food security. Before live livestock are brought into the country, we conduct analyses to assess the risks associated with imported goods, particularly diseases that could affect local livestock and potentially impact human health.”
“Seventy‑five per cent (75%) of diseases affecting humans originate from animals, including livestock.”
“Our line of defence begins before the livestock enter the country. Here, DVS plays a vital role in safeguarding national security through the protection of our food supply and imported livestock.”
YBRS. DR. MOHD NOOR HISHAM MOHD HARON
Pengarah Kanan Bahagian Perancangan Strategik dan Penilaian, Jabatan Perkhidmatan Veterinar (DVS)
“To strengthen national security, we must understand the concepts of ‘whole‑of‑government’ and dan ‘whole‑of‑society’.”.”
“We need to optimise the existing capacities to safeguard the nation’s security.”
“We must not only focus on current threats but also be able to anticipate future ones. What has happened in Ukraine should serve as a lesson for all nations.”
YBHG. JENERAL TAN SRI DATO’ SRI AFFENDI BUANG
Mantan Panglima Angkatan Tentera, Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (ATM)
“Security issues often stem from poverty.”
“All aspects of security; social, economic, political, administrative, technological challenges, epidemic threats, disasters, and others must be given due attention.”
“We must be problem solver.”, bukan hanya not merely problem issuers. The key lies in going to the ground and understanding the real issues.”
YBHG. DATUK AZMAN MOHD YUSOF
Mantan Ketua Setiausaha, Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Hal Ehwal Pengguna (KPDNHEP)
Land borders were determined through past agreements, some of which were established between 80 and 100 years ago. Should any nation express dissatisfaction, we are open for renegotiations.”
“As for maritime borders, we must strive to reach agreements with our neighbouring countries”
“In the event of intrusions or smuggling, the utmost concern to be clarified is the exact range of our borders”
“The total percentage of our borders that have been surveyed and demarcated can serve as one of our security indicators”.
YBRS. SR. POWZY MOHD SOM
Mantan Timbalan Pengarah Ukur Bahagian Ehwal Persempadanan, Jabatan Ukur dan Pemetaan Malaysia (JUPEM)
“At its core, national security lies in the Federal Constitution and the Rukun Negara. Therefore, we must understand this”
“Although we may appear divided under certain circumstances, we are, in fact, united as reflected in the National Unity Index”
“With the National Unity Index, we can assess the level of unity within our nation”
YBHG. DATUK SERI NORIDAH ABDUL RAHIM
Mantan Ketua Setiausaha, Kementerian Perpaduan Negara (KPN)
“Poverty is the root cause of a multitude of issues”
"wealth is one of the factors” (distribution of wealth) Improper distribution
“The government has to ramp up the assistance for the poor in order to narrow their wealth gap with the rich
“The rights of children, women, the elderly, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) must be protected so they are not further marginalised”
YBRS. ENCIK CHUA CHOON HUA
Mantan Timbalan Ketua Setiausaha (Strategik), Kementerian Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga & Masyarakat (KPWKM)
“Our National Agrofood Policy 2.0, 2021 - 2025 and the National Food Security Plan emphasise the need for the planning processes or food production to be inclusive”
“MAFI shoulders a significant role in ensuring food- from farm to table””
“Ensuring food security is the main aspect to be emphasised so people have access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food”
YBHG. DATO’ HASLINA ABDUL HAMID
Mantan Ketua Setiausaha, Kementerian Pertanian & Industri Makanan (MAFI)
“The APMM is a highly critical national agency as it is tasked with the responsibilities of safeguarding, protecting, and carrying out rescue operations”
“Under the APMM Act (Act 633), the agency has the authority to conduct inspections, execute searches and arrests, detain suspects, bring cases to court, and remit offenders to the Prison Department forIncarceration”
YBRS. LAKSAMANA PERTAMA MARITIM V.PANNIR SELVAN VELOO
Mantan Timbalan Pengarah Bahagian Penguatkuasaan dan Penyelarasan Maritim, Agensi Penguatkuasaan Maritim Malaysia (APMM)
“In terms of national security, MAQIS holds full authority at the country’s entry points; however, once goods leave these entry points, MAQIS’s role ends there.”
“In addition, MAQIS plays a significant role in food security, particularly in matters related to food import applications.”
“One of MAQIS’s key performance indicators is the number of import and export permits issued for plant products, live fish commodities and fishery products, as well as animal commodities and animal‑based products.”
YBRS. DR. AZHARI SHARIFAN ABU BAKAR
Timbalan Ketua Pengarah, Jabatan Perkhidmatan Kuarantin & Pemeriksaan Malaysia (MAQIS)
““The core business of MOTAC lies in the tourism sector, which falls within the economic cluster.”
“During the COVID‑19 pandemic two years ago, MOTAC became a place where the public voiced their concerns and was regarded as a problem solver.”.”
“The number of tourists visiting our country can serve as an economic indicator, as they contribute directly to national income.”
YBRS. ENCIK NORAZMAN OTHMAN
Mantan Timbalan Ketua Setiausaha (Pengurusan), Kementerian Pelancongan dan Seni Budaya (MOTAC)
“The main agenda of MPIC centres on sustainability. As stated in the National Agro‑Commodity Policy, one of the key sustainability issues emphasised is the production of certified products.”
“MPIC is also involved in food security, particularly in examining the content of cooking oil and related products.”
“MPIC additionally focuses on biodiesel, where palm oil is used to produce vehicle fuel.”
YBRS. ENCIK ABD HADI OMAR
Timbalan Ketua Setiausaha (Perancangan Strategik dan Pengurusan), Kementerian Perusahaan Perladangan dan Komoditi (MPIC)
“Within the Ministry of Health (KKM), we view health holistically, from before birth (in the womb) until death (the grave).”
“If citizens are unproductive and suffer from illness, they become heavily dependent on the healthcare system. This places immense pressure on the system and ultimately becomes a burden to the government.”
“Beyond indices, we must also pay attention to risk management. We can identify high‑risk areas, and therefore must examine them carefully to ensure that the indices produced are more comprehensive.”
YBHG. DATO’ ZAINAL ALHAKAB SEMAN
Timbalan Ketua Setiausaha (Pengurusan), Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia (KKM)
“In relation to the nine core values, JKDM aligns more closely with the economic pillar.”
“In terms of sovereignty and territorial integrity, JKDM serves as a front‑line group. frontlinerWe conduct audits after goods have been released. We are the ‘second line of defence’.In other words, in matters of compliance, we operate at the final stage, reassessing the goods.”
“JKDM primarily deals with economic issues related to revenue collection and taxation.”
YBRS. ENCIK WAN APANDI WAN HASSAN
Mantan Timbalan Pengarah Bahagian Penguatkuasaan, Jabatan Kastam Diraja Malaysia (JKDM)
Current News
Launch of the IKK with YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia
The National Security Index (IKK) was launched by YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, on 30 July 2024 at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC), in conjunction with the opening of National Security Month 2024.
Townhall IKK 2024
YM Raja Dato’ Nushirwan Zainal Abidin, Director-General of National Security (KP MKN), also participated in the National Security Index (IKK) 2023 Public Dialogue in Putrajaya on Friday (27 September 2024).
The IKK was introduced
The National Security Council (MKN), in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), is developing the National Security Index (IKK), which serves as a benchmark for the effectiveness of policies, strategies, and the overall implementation of national security management in the country.
The IKK identifies the strengths and weaknesses of national security.
The IKK is a measure designed to assess the level of safety and public order in Malaysia, and this project is being developed by the National Security Council (MKN) in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). This index will serve as a benchmark for the effectiveness of policies, strategies, and the overall implementation of national security management in the country.
The IKK is recognized by the IEP
National security is a key aspect that is given serious emphasis not only in Malaysia but alsoทั่ว the world. Countries must now remain constantly prepared not only for traditional threats such as war and insurgency, but also for non-traditional threats such as infectious diseases or pandemics, floods, climate change, cyber threats, and others.
MKN identifies 66 new national security threats
Issues such as the intrusion of illegal immigrants (PATI) and refugees, cyber security, and the unity of Malaysians are among the 66 new challenges and threats to national security.