By: Zaki Salleh
LUMUT – Maritime Captain Zainuddin Mohd Zuki has been appointed Perak’s new Director of the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA).
The appointment was formalised at a handover ceremony on October 19 at the Perak Maritime Headquarters, where he succeeded the outgoing director, Maritime Captain Mohamad Shukri Khotob.
The ceremony was witnessed by MMEA Deputy Director-General of Operations, Maritime Vice Admiral Mohd Zawawi Abdullah, who attended as the guest of honour.
Mohamad Shukri concluded his tenure after serving for approximately two years and seven months as head of MMEA Perak.
During his tenure, he played a key role in strengthening maritime law enforcement and ensuring operational readiness remained at an optimal level.
His efforts also included enhancing maritime security, combating illegal activities and strengthening strategic cooperation with other enforcement agencies.
Zainuddin’s appointment is expected to continue the organisation’s leadership excellence and strengthen teamwork among personnel at MMEA Perak.
He is also expected to improve enforcement effectiveness and operational readiness to ensure the security of Perak’s waters remains safeguarded.
Strategic cooperation with government agencies and stakeholders will remain a key priority in strengthening maritime security management.
The leadership transition reflects MMEA’s commitment to ensuring administrative continuity while safeguarding the security and sovereignty of the nation’s waters.
