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The Malaysian Army's Reserve component is recognized as a strategic asset for countering hybrid threats by integrating civilian expertise in cyber, technology, logistics, and medicine. Raja Muda of Perlis highlighted the importance of rapid mobility and specialized skills in safeguarding national sovereignty.

This transformation aims to enhance the army's capabilities to address hybrid warfare, grey zone threats, and disruptive technologies, particularly artificial intelligence. The development focuses on versatility and flexibility to adapt to changing operational environments. Enhanced capabilities will also aid in managing humanitarian crises and natural disasters more effectively.