Infrastructure” capable of collective application and total analysis needs to be given priority to enable all elements in the defence infrastructure to exist in a seamless communications network system. This should be complemented by a centralised database development, supervised by every agency involved in the defence of national sovereignty. The database should be integrated and shared through the Network Centric Operation Infrastructure. The development of a cyber-warfare capability is an important step towards counterbalancing the ability of other countries in the region and to defend important national targets from all forms of threats. It is important to stop any form of encroachment into national defence’s computer systems and networks. Concurrently, it also provides the room for developing offensive capabilities for conducting cyberoperations when necessary. This capability would provide room for information fathering at strategic, operational and tactical levels. MAF needs to develop in tandem with global technology development particularly in ICT as Revolution in Military Affairs (RMA) sets the tone for modern warfare. Implications To Be Considered In Defence The development of Malaysia’s strategic perspective needs to take into consideration the regional strategic environment. Conventional threats are now being overshadowed by non-conventional threats particularly those which are transboundary in nature. The MAF has to be flexible, mobile and possess a high degree of readiness to meet the National Defence Policy objectives of defending and protecting national interests. Its organisational structure has to be built in such a way that it is able to address conventional and non-conventional threats simultaneously. The expansion and maintenance of constructive engagement with countries in the region have to be continued through bilateral and multilateral means. Multilateral MALAYSIA’S NATIONAL DEFENCE POLICY Page 13