Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain
PUTRAJAYA, Nov 2 – Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain, Director-General of the Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS), officially resumed his duties on Monday, November 2, 2026, following reports that he had been on leave last week.
In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, AKPS confirmed that Mohd Shuhaily marked his return by chairing the ‘Commander’s Call’ Meeting No. 3/2026 at the agency’s headquarters in Putrajaya.
The high-level session brought together entry point senior officers and field commanders, focusing primarily on the implementation of ‘Gerak Atur 2027’ (2027 Deployment Plan).
“The meeting specifically addressed strengthening the strategic direction, operational readiness, and the effectiveness of the nation’s border control and protection with a clear focus and streamlined operations as the mission continues,” AKPS stated.
The agency emphasized its ongoing commitment to enhancing operational efficiency, integrity, and security across all national checkpoints.
Senior agency leadership present at the meeting included AKPS Deputy Director-General (Operations) Datuk Mohd Nasaruddin M Nasir, Deputy Director-General (Policy) Zuraini Othman, and Port Klang AKPS Commander Datuk Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal.
Mohd Shuhaily was originally appointed to lead AKPS for a two-year tenure spanning July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail previously announced that the Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) decided Mohd Shuhaily would be returning to service within the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM).
On October 21, 2026, Mohd Shuhaily pleaded not guilty at the Sepang Magistrate’s Court to two charges of causing hurt to two police officers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on September 28.
Executive Meeting, Strategic Framework, and Agency Leadership
Key operational highlights, leadership attendees, and background context include:
- Strategic Agenda: Chaired ‘Commander’s Call’ Meeting No. 3/2026 centered on the ‘Gerak Atur 2027’ deployment blueprint and border defense readiness.
- Key Leadership Attendees: Deputy DG (Operations) Datuk Mohd Nasaruddin M Nasir, Deputy DG (Policy) Zuraini Othman, and Port Klang Commander Datuk Nik Ezanee Mohd Faisal.
- Tenure & Transition Status: Appointed for 2025–2027 term; Home Ministry announced upcoming return to PDRM service.
- Legal Proceedings: Pleaded not guilty on Oct 21 to two charges under Section 323 of the Penal Code stemming from a Sept 28 incident at KLIA.
–NMT
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