KUALA LUMPUR, June 28 -- Security agencies operating in Langkawi and northern Malaysia remain in a good state of readiness and are being continuously strengthened, according to Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Anuar Nasarah.

He said the overall wellbeing of personnel and the condition of operational assets remain strong, supported by ongoing upgrades in capability and coordinated enforcement operations to maintain maritime security.

"This is achieved through enhanced operational capabilities supported by sufficient assets and the implementation of enforcement operations to ensure maritime security is consistently maintained.

"Sea patrols are conducted 24 hours a day, including in local areas, with intelligence-led surveillance o...