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29 April 2026, Kuching, Sarawak – The opening ceremony of the Witness Protection Program Seminar 2026 (Sarawak State Level), organised by the Protection Division, Prime Minister’s Department (BPJPM), was officiated by the Sarawak Police Commissioner, YDH CP Datuk Mohamad Zainal bin Haji Abdullah, at Pullman Hotel, Kuching.

The seminar was organised as an initiative to strengthen knowledge and understanding of the Witness Protection Act 2009 [Act 696] and the implementation of the Witness Protection Program among enforcement agencies throughout Sarawak. Act 696 is a dedicated legislation that provides protection mechanisms for witnesses in order to prevent intimidation, particularly in cases involving serious and organised crimes affecting public interest.

Under this Act, the Protection Division of the Prime Minister’s Department is entrusted with the responsibility of providing comprehensive assistance and protection to eligible participants in the Witness Protection Program. This initiative reflects BPJPM’s commitment to ensuring the safety of witnesses and safeguarding the integrity of the nation’s justice system, in line with its motto, “Witness Protection: The Pillar of the National Justice System.”

The seminar’s main agenda featured the presentation of Paper 1 titled “Protecting the Voice of Justice: Witness Protection Mechanisms from the Perspective of the Witness Protection Act 2009 [Act 696]” by the Director General of the Protection Division, Prime Minister’s Department, YBrs. Tuan Khairul Anwar bin Zakaria @ Abdul Hamid.

This was followed by presentations of Paper 2 and Paper 3 by the Registrar of BPJPM, YBrs. Puan Nur Hidayah Raihan binti Md. Nasir, which discussed the investigation mechanisms and evaluation criteria for admission into the Witness Protection Program. The session also highlighted the effectiveness of the program in supporting court proceedings and ensuring the safety of protected witnesses.

The seminar gathered 292 participants, comprising officers from various enforcement agencies and government departments in Sarawak, including the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Sarawak, Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) Sarawak Branch, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Sarawak, Immigration Department of Malaysia (Sarawak), Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (Sarawak), National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) Sarawak, as well as other government agencies and strategic partners across the state.

The Protection Division, Prime Minister’s Department, extends its appreciation to all participating departments and agencies for their commitment and cooperation in making the state-level seminar a success. It is hoped that the knowledge shared through this program will further strengthen the implementation of the Witness Protection Act 2009 [Act 696] in upholding the rule of law in Sarawak and throughout Malaysia.

13–15 April 2026, Pahang – The Protection Division, Prime Minister’s Department (BPJPM), successfully conducted the Organisational Strengthening and Team Development Programme 2026 at Xcape Resort Taman Negara, Pahang. This three-day programme demonstrated the strong commitment of staff in enhancing team synergy and organisational performance through a series of structured physical and mental activities.

Throughout the programme, participants engaged in various intensive modules covering mindset development, problem-solving skills, and challenging outdoor activities such as rapid rafting and exploration of an Orang Asli village. These activities were designed to strengthen teamwork, resilience, and decision-making capabilities in challenging environments.

The programme reached its culmination with the final action planning session and official closing ceremony held on the last day, which consolidated the key inputs and experiences gained throughout the programme.

The effectiveness of the programme was further enhanced through the active participation of the Director General of the Protection Division, Prime Minister’s Department, YBrs. Tuan Khairul Anwar bin Zakaria @ Abdul Hamid, who took part directly in selected sessions such as Mind Setting, Ice Breaking, and Team Forming. His involvement had a positive impact in strengthening the relationship between senior leadership and field officers, while also fostering a stronger sense of unity among BPJPM personnel.

Overall, the programme successfully achieved its objectives in strengthening organisational capacity and developing a more resilient, disciplined, and high-performing team.