LAHAD DATU, SEPT 6 – Malaysia’s experience of facing the dark moment of the invasion of armed Sulu terrorists from the southern Philippines in Kampung Tanduo in Felda Sahabat more than 11 years ago, taught all parties how important it is to defend the sovereignty and security of the country.
Malaysia Day celebration on September 16 with a theme CIVIL Malaysia: Independent Soul should be made a day for all citizens to renew their commitment to love the country.
In order to ensure that Malaysia remains safe and secure, the Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCOM) which is responsible for the great task in Sabah has not forgotten, but continues to commit to ensuring that the sovereignty of the homeland remains intact despite facing various security challenges.
Speak to Named recently, ESSCOM Commander, Datuk Victor Sanjos said since its establishment in 2013, ESSCOM has coordinated operations in an integrated manner through Op Sanggah and Op Gasak.
The operation aims to detect and curb external elements, gunpowder, cross-border criminal elements and the entry of illegal immigrants to the east coast of Sabah.
“The border on the east coast of Sabah, including the Eastern Sabah Safe Zone (ESS Zone), is so long, especially the sea border, and ESSCOM’s priority is to ensure that neither sea nor land borders are encroached upon. – Named
