Reply by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence to Parliamentary Questions on Self-Radicalised Individuals

Mr Speaker, Sir, investigations have shown that Muhammad Fadil was a solitary individual who took the wrong path. This specific case therefore has not affected the security and integrity of the SAF, or MINDEF's view of other Malay or Muslim servicemen who continue to serve dutifully and with commitment in their units. MINDEF has briefed SAF commanders on this case, and they have briefed their own servicemen so as to ensure that the whole organisation understands this position clearly. The security agencies in MINDEF and MHA worked closely together on this case. They acted as soon as there was sufficient indication that Muhammad Fadil was a security risk. At the national level, we have instituted security systems and processes to detect, monitor and neutralise potential security threats. MINDEF/SAF is part of this national system, and will continue to maintain a high level of vigilance against any potential threats that may surface.