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AKPS chief prepared to face consequences over KLIA viral incident
The director-general of Malaysia's Border Control and Protection Agency said he is willing to accept responsibility for an incident at Kuala Lumpur International Airport that sparked public controversy.
LSN Malaysia ·
PUTRAJAYA — Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily, director-general of the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS), has signalled his willingness to face disciplinary action stemming from a viral incident at KLIA, stating he accepts personal accountability for the matter.
The agency chief's statement came as the incident drew widespread public attention on social media platforms, with footage circulating online and triggering discussions about border personnel conduct at the country's main international airport.
Shuhaily's stance reflects his commitment to upholding standards within the agency and maintaining public confidence in border operations. The AKPS oversees immigration and border security functions at Malaysian entry and exit points.
The incident has prompted scrutiny of procedures and personnel conduct at KLIA, one of the busiest aviation hubs in Southeast Asia. The agency chief's readiness to face consequences underscores the importance placed on accountability within Malaysia's border security apparatus.
No further details regarding specific outcomes or timelines for any potential action have been announced at this stage.