APM lauded for setting up offices in Kapit, Belaga

KAPIT: The Civil Defence Force (APM) has been lauded for setting up offices here and in Belaga which will serve to enhance the government’s delivery system in the division.

Administrative officer in charge of social development at Kapit Resident Office, Belayong Pok said the presence of APM will aid in search-and-rescue operations, disaster relief, and also provide assistance to the Fire and Rescue Department and police force.

“We would like to see all relevant government agencies, both state and federal, to be set up in Kapit as their presence will not only further enhance the delivery system of the government, but also address the respective issues

We would like to see all relevant government agencies, both state and federal, to be set up in Kapit as their presence will not only further enhance the delivery system of the government, but also address the respective issues related to the agencies concerned.

related to the agencies concerned,” he said.

Speaking at the closing of a twoday training course for 200 new APM volunteers here on Sunday, he said he was happy with the overwhelming response from youths and adults.

“I was informed that there were many more who wanted to register to join APM as volunteers, but that only 200 were selected for the course,” he said, while reminding participants on the need to maintain a high level of discipline and integrity.

The two- day basic training course, organised by Kapit Resident Office in collaboration with APM Kapit, saw Mohd Juhari Mustapha and Romie Remba selected as best male and female participants, respectively.

APM state director Mohtar Samat was among those present at the event.

Belayong Pok, administrative officer in charge of social development at Kapit Resident Office

Gerawat (standing, fourth left) – flanked by Jaffar on his left and Sherrina – joins MCOT members in their victory photo-call. Also seen are Yii and Law (standing – second right and second left, respectively).