Experts emphasize the importance of collaboration, technology, and integrity for the effectiveness of Malaysia's newly formed Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS).
The success of Malaysia's newly formed Border Control and Protection Agency ( AKPS ) hinges on seamless information and intelligence sharing between ministries and agencies, according to legal experts. Prof Dr Salawati Mat Basir, an international law expert at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, stresses the importance of communication to prevent a repeat of the Malaysian Border Security Agency (Aksem) which was dissolved in 2021.
Aksem, formed in 2017, merged the police, Immigration Department, and Customs Department but faced challenges due to redundancy and a sense of superiority among agencies. Salawati emphasizes the need for a unified purpose - protecting national sovereignty - and a clear understanding of individual roles within AKPS. She underscores the importance of well-trained officers equipped to handle complex border threats, including smuggling and human trafficking.Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) defence and security expert Prof Dr Mohd Mizan Mohammad Aslam highlights the critical role of addressing the human factor, particularly concerns about corruption within enforcement agencies. He advocates for increased investment in technology to support officers' work, emphasizing the need for modernized, digitalized systems. While acknowledging the importance of technological advancements, Mohd Mizan stresses that the integrity of agency personnel remains paramount. He raises concerns about malfunctioning scanning machines at certain border complexes and urges authorities to ensure their functionality.Lawyer Datuk Seri Dr Jahaberdeen Mohamed Yunoos expresses hope that AKPS avoids duplication of duties among agencies, which could lead to increased implementation costs. He calls for clarity regarding the responsibilities of the Immigration Department and Royal Malaysian Customs Department, questioning the necessity of a new agency when existing ones could be strengthened. Jahaberdeen believes AKPS has the potential to be more effective in addressing issues like terrorism, smuggling, and public health concerns, such as screening for infectious diseases among travelers, given its unified structure
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