'Parti yeye': Mindef launches probe, vows action
Bernama
Published: Jan 18, 2026 10:11 AM
Updated: 1:58 PM
Defence Ministry has launched a comprehensive investigation, according to strict internal procedures, into armed forces’ personnel associated with “parti yeye” or hedonistic culture.
Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari (above) said the inquiry is being conducted by committees across the army, navy, and air force, which each maintain their own rigorous regulations and discipline.
“The ministry does not tolerate any conduct that conflicts with military culture in any of our service branches, regardless of whether the case is isolated.
“Should there be a breach of discipline, we will take internal action. The case may be brought before a military court,” he added.
Adly was speaking after the launch of Chinese New Year decorations in Kampung Permai Machap Umboo Baru. Also present was Machap Jaya assemblyperson, Ngwe Hee Sem.
Published: Jan 18, 2026 10:11 AM
Updated: 1:58 PM
Defence Ministry has launched a comprehensive investigation, according to strict internal procedures, into armed forces’ personnel associated with “parti yeye” or hedonistic culture.
Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari (above) said the inquiry is being conducted by committees across the army, navy, and air force, which each maintain their own rigorous regulations and discipline.
“The ministry does not tolerate any conduct that conflicts with military culture in any of our service branches, regardless of whether the case is isolated.
“Should there be a breach of discipline, we will take internal action. The case may be brought before a military court,” he added.
Adly was speaking after the launch of Chinese New Year decorations in Kampung Permai Machap Umboo Baru. Also present was Machap Jaya assemblyperson, Ngwe Hee Sem.
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He added that personnel under investigation are guaranteed the right to defend themselves and establish their innocence before judgment.
Don’t undermine all service members
Adly also called on the public not to let this issue undermine the sacrifices made by members of the armed forces, whose role in safeguarding national security and peace remains unquestioned.
“The ministry has over 130,000 serving personnel and officers, along with approximately 300,000 veterans.
“These individuals have sacrificed their time, their family lives, and in some cases, their lives for the nation," he said.
Army chief Azhan Othman
Yesterday, army chief Azhan Othman said that 15 army officers have been identified as involved in immoral activities linked to “parti yeye”, which recently circulated on social media.
These cases come in the wake of a separate investigation into at least 20 air force officers linked to similar misconduct.
The air force’s inquiry has now concluded, with the case due to proceed to legal action soon.
Yesterday, army chief Azhan Othman said that 15 army officers have been identified as involved in immoral activities linked to “parti yeye”, which recently circulated on social media.
These cases come in the wake of a separate investigation into at least 20 air force officers linked to similar misconduct.
The air force’s inquiry has now concluded, with the case due to proceed to legal action soon.
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She also correctly said: Enforcement depends on the willingness of those at the top, not on rules, reports, or ethical guidance alone.
But HTF could there have been 'enforcement' when, as she pointed out, high-ranking officers have been implicated.
And she has been right again when she stated that the hedonistic culture was NOT inherited from our colonial predecessors. It has all along been teh weakness of our own (Malaysian) top officials.
I have Uncle stories to tell you that will make you gasp in shock and possibly pengsan from the "top people" involved (very very TOP), but I won't because of just what happened to journalist Rex Tan, formerly of FMT, wakakaka.
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