LANGKAWI: MILDEF International Technologies Sdn Bhd (MILDEF), Malaysia’s leading local defence vehicle manufacturer, has signed a strategic Teaming Agreement with ASELSAN, a global defence technology giant from Türkiye, during a ceremony at the MILDEF Pavilion at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2025.
The signing was witnessed by Malaysia’s Minister of Defence, YB Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, and Secretary General of the Ministry of Defence Malaysia, YBhg. Dato Lokman Hakim bin Ali. On behalf of ASELSAN, the agreement was signed by CEO Mr. Ahmet Akyol and Vice President Mr. Zekeriyya Sahin, while MILDEF was represented by Managing Director YBhg. Dato’ Sri Mohd Nizam bin Kasa and General Manager Mr. Salimuhar Ali.
This strategic partnership represents a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral defence cooperation between Malaysia and Türkiye. It focuses on integrating advanced military technologies into MILDEF’s locally designed, developed, and manufactured Tarantula 4×4 High Mobility Armoured Vehicle—a key platform for the Malaysian Army.
In addition to enhancing military capabilities, the collaboration includes cost-saving measures and technology transfer initiatives, bringing added value to Malaysia’s national defence sector and fostering the development of homegrown expertise in advanced defence technologies.
