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Malawi’s outgoing defence chief warns of political pressure on military recruitment and urges modernization to combat cyber threats and crime.
Malawi’s outgoing Defence Force Chief General Valentino Phiri warned of persistent political and corporate pressure to influence military recruitment and operations, emphasizing the need for qualified personnel and military independence.
During a handover ceremony in Lilongwe, Phiri urged his successor, General George Jaffu, to modernize the force, especially the Air Force, to counter cyber threats and cross-border crime.
Jaffu, appointed by President Mutharika, pledged to strengthen security coordination and combat illegal mining and infiltration.
The transition highlights ongoing concerns about political interference undermining the military’s constitutional role.
El jefe de Defensa saliente de Malawi advierte de la presión política sobre el reclutamiento militar e insta a la modernización para combatir las amenazas cibernéticas y el crimen.