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Malaysia to host 4 nations for Bersama Shield 2022 military exercise

Malaysia will host armed forces from 4 nations namely, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and the United Kingdom in the annual Bersama Shield 2022 training exercise. The exercise, referred to as BS22, is conducted within the framework of the Five Power Defense Arrangements (FPDA) – a series of bilateral and multilateral defence agreements established in 1971. Bersama means together in Malay.

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About the exercise:

The exercise will involve sea and air drills, mostly in international waters but also in part of Malaysia’s exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea. The exercise, referred to as BS22, is conducted within the framework of the Five Power Defense Arrangements (FPDA). The FPDA is the oldest defense arrangement in the region and includes counter-piracy operations as well as disaster relief and humanitarian assistance.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Malaysia Capital: Kuala Lumpur;
  • Malaysia Currency: Malaysian ringgit;
  • Malaysia Prime Minister: Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

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