Australian High Commission
Malaysia
High Commission address: 6 Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, Kuala Lumpur - Telephone: 2146 5555 - Fax: 2141 5773

 

Defence Section, Australian High Commission, Kuala Lumpur

The Defence Section's role is to represent the Australian Chief of Defence Force, Secretary of Defence and all members of the Australian Defence Community, in Malaysia. This is carried out by effecting good working relationships and liaison with all branches of the Malaysian Ministry of Defence and the Malaysian Armed Forces.

This role is carried out primarily through the Defence Adviser, Group Captain Phil Lavelle and Assistant Defence Advisers Commander Nick Hart and Wing Commander Trenton Breeze.

The relationship is maintained through the multi-lateral Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) and the bi-lateral Malaysian Australian Joint Defence Program (MAJDP).

FPDA

The FPDA is a unique Defence arrangement involving Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, United Kingdom and New Zealand. It is a consultative and highly flexible arrangement in which co-operation of the five member nations is based on consensus, equality, trust, openness, mutual benefit and respect and has an important role in the security of Malaysia and Singapore. It has been in place since 1971. Australia's membership of the FPDA serves enduring Australian interests in the security of maritime South East Asia and complements its bilateral relationships in the region. FPDA exercises are conducted regularly and all member nations usually contribute forces to each exercise.

MAJDP

MAJDP is the cornerstone of the bilateral Defence relationship. Under the umbrella of the MAJDP, Malaysia and Australia have Defence officers posted in each others country, involving training and professional exchanges. The MAJDP contributes importantly to the training and development of the Malaysian Armed Forces. It is building links between Australian and Malaysian Defence forces which assist Defence co-operation more widely.

Enquiries to the Defence Section can be made through the Australian High Commission switchboard (603) 2146 5555, or by fax to (603) 2146 5695. Email: defence.kl@dfat.gov.au

Other roles for the Defence Section include:

A History of the Australia-Malaysia Defence Relationship  

The Australian Defence Force's commitment to the security of Malaysia is longstanding. It began with Malayan Campaign in World War II, followed shortly after by the Malayan Emergency and Confrontation. Since those conflicts, the defence relationship between Australia and Malaysia has continued to develop under the auspices of the Five Power Defence Arrangements and the Malaysia Australia Joint Defence Program. These historical links form the foundation of the continuing close defence cooperation between the two nations.

More information on the History of the Australia-Malaysia Defence Relationship.

Events

Remembrance Day Services - Sunday 9 November 2008

In Kuala Lumpur the service will be held at the National War Memorial on Sunday 9 November 2008 commencing at 8.00 AM. This service is sponsored by the British High Commission and is co-ordinated by the Defence Section. For further enquiries and to register your attendance please email Amanda.Williams@fco.gov.uk  

The Remembrance Day Service in Labuan is held at the Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery in Labuan. It is a multi-religious service by faith and will commence at 10.30 AM. All those attending are invited to a hosted lunch after the event at a venue to be advised. The event is sponsored by Labuan Tourism and for further enquiries and to register your attendance please email the co-ordinator Mr Willie Teo at wteo@tm.net.my 

Website Links:

Defence Home Page 

Chief of the Defence Force

Vice Chief of the Defence Force

Secretary of Defence

Minister for Defence

Navy Home Page

Army Home Page

Air Force Home Page

ANZAC Day/War Graves

 

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