programme in the Straits of Malacca involving Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia in 2005 has contributed to improved security in the Straits of Malacca. Illegal supply and distribution of drugs is another non-military challenge faced by the region. The Golden Triangle which is one of the world’s largest narcotics producers is located in this region. The drugs menace is worsening as a result of synthetic drugs which are easier and cheaper to produce in addition to natural drugs which continue to be distributed illegally in the market. The active involvement of insurgents in the drugs trade requires the full attention of countries in the region. Drugs smuggling has been identified as one of the main revenue sources for insurgents to fund their insurgencies. Internal Security Malaysia’s overall internal security situation is stable and manageable. Since the armed threat of the Malayan Communist Party ended with the Haadyai Peace Accord in 1989 there has been no serious internal security threat in Malaysia. However, Malaysia continues to face the possibility of threats which could break out at anytime and if not monitored and curbed at an early stage, it has the potential of jeopardising national security and prosperity. The current political climate in Malaysia is seeing a widening of the racial gap. The unsettled political situation could threaten the social stability and community relation in Malaysia. In their desire to expand their influence there are leaders who took advantage of sensitive issues to a level that could affect public safety and harmony. The situation worsens when non-governmental organisations also took advantage of the situation to make unreasonable demands which could also affect national security and peace. The large influx of legal and illegal foreign immigrants to the country also has negative implications to Malaysia’s internal security. The Immigrations department’s records MALAYSIA’S NATIONAL DEFENCE POLICY Page 11