ASEAN Records is proud to officially recognise Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) for achieving:
Largest National Police Force Personnel Deployment to a Single Host Country Across Its Full Sequence of United Nations Missions
(2,620 personnel deployed to one host country from June 1999 to December 2012; 609 individual police across five successive UN missions and 2,011 Formed Police Unit personnel across 14 contingent rotations)
This recognition honours PDRM’s significant contribution to international peacekeeping through the deployment of 2,620 police personnel to Timor-Leste over more than 13 years, reflecting Malaysia’s longstanding commitment to supporting international peace and security.
Deploying 2,620 Police Personnel Across Five United Nations Missions
Between June 1999 and December 2012, Polis Diraja Malaysia deployed a cumulative 2,620 police personnel to Timor-Leste, demonstrating sustained participation throughout the country’s transition towards independence and subsequent peacebuilding efforts.
The deployment comprised 609 individual police officers serving across five successive United Nations missions, together with 2,011 Formed Police Unit (FPU) personnel deployed through 14 contingent rotations.
The five missions included the United Nations Mission in East Timor (UNAMET), United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET), United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor (UNMISET), United Nations Office in Timor-Leste (UNOTIL) and United Nations Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste (UNMIT), reflecting the evolving international response to the country’s security and institutional needs.
Supporting Peacekeeping Through Individual Officers and Formed Police Units
PDRM’s participation involved two distinct deployment arrangements, combining the specialised contributions of individual police officers with the operational capabilities of organised police contingents.
The 609 individual police officers contributed to United Nations policing activities, including advisory support, institutional development, police training, operational coordination and efforts to strengthen local law enforcement capabilities.
Meanwhile, the 2,011 Formed Police Unit personnel across 14 contingent rotations provided organised policing support, contributing to public order management, security operations and the protection of United Nations personnel and facilities under their respective mission mandates.
Strengthening Malaysia’s Legacy in International Peacekeeping
Malaysia’s involvement in Timor-Leste represents an important chapter in the nation’s contribution to United Nations peacekeeping, spanning periods of political transition, nation-building and institutional recovery.
Through their service, PDRM personnel worked alongside international partners and local authorities to support public security, strengthen policing institutions and contribute to a more stable environment for communities.
The ASEAN Records recognition acknowledges not only the cumulative scale of PDRM’s deployments but also the dedication of generations of Malaysian police personnel who represented the nation in international peacekeeping operations.
A Milestone Moment of Recognition
ASEAN Records recognition was officially presented on 20 October 2026 at Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown, during the 10th Gather of Achievers – ASEAN Records & ASIA Records Gala Night 2026.
The recognition was received on stage by YDH DIG Dato’ Sri Abdul Aziz bin Abdul Majid, Deputy Inspector-General of Police, on behalf of Polis Diraja Malaysia, acknowledging the contributions of the officers and personnel who served across successive United Nations missions in Timor-Leste.
Voices of Leadership
Reflecting on PDRM’s international peacekeeping contribution, YDH DIG Dato’ Sri Abdul Aziz bin Abdul Majid, Deputy Inspector-General of Police, on behalf of Polis Diraja Malaysia, shared:
“This recognition commemorates the service, dedication and professionalism of the men and women of Polis Diraja Malaysia who represented our nation in United Nations peacekeeping missions. Their responsibilities extended far beyond maintaining public order. They contributed to rebuilding institutions, strengthening communities and supporting nations recovering from conflict.
Every officer deployed carried the name of Malaysia with honour and demonstrated that professionalism, integrity, compassion and discipline are values that transcend national borders. Their service reflects PDRM’s unwavering commitment to international peace and security.
This recognition also belongs to the many officers involved in planning, selection, training, logistics, administration and operational support, as well as to the families whose sacrifices made these missions possible. We hope this achievement will inspire future generations of PDRM personnel to continue serving with courage, integrity and excellence.”
About Polis Diraja Malaysia
Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM), also known as the Royal Malaysia Police, is Malaysia’s national police force, responsible for maintaining public order, preventing and investigating crime, enforcing the law and safeguarding public security.
Beyond its domestic responsibilities, PDRM has participated in international policing and United Nations peacekeeping operations, contributing personnel and professional expertise to missions supporting security, institutional development and post-conflict recovery.
Its international peacekeeping involvement includes deployments to Timor-Leste, where Malaysian police personnel served across successive United Nations missions between 1999 and 2012, contributing to the country’s policing and security needs.
Through its commitment to professionalism, discipline and public service, Polis Diraja Malaysia continues to uphold its responsibilities in safeguarding national security while contributing to international cooperation and peacekeeping efforts.
For more information, visit:
https://www.rmp.gov.my/
