KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (MCBA) director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain has received widespread support from netizens following a viral video showing him confronting two men at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1.
Several users on social media praised Shuhaily for his firm approach while carrying out his duties, with some urging him to continue investigating any alleged breaches of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
One Threads user, Poh Azie Azizi, described Shuhaily’s responsibility in combating illegal activities at the country’s borders as challenging and expressed support for his actions.
Another user, changsugaaaaaaa, urged Shuhaily to take action if investigations found that SOPs had been breached or violations committed.
Meanwhile, user ridzwanmyjihad said Malaysians would continue to support Shuhaily, praising his firm approach in carrying out his responsibilities.
On Facebook, user Thiru Ragawan also expressed support, writing: “Keep up the strong work, Datuk!”
The messages followed the circulation of a video showing Shuhaily confronting two men during a limited enforcement operation targeting foreign touts at KLIA Terminal 1 on Monday.
In the video, Shuhaily was seen reprimanding the two men, with one of them appearing to be grabbed by the ear.
At a press conference today, Shuhaily said the operation was conducted after he and his team inspected the agency’s preparedness to receive visitors ahead of this weekend’s Formula 1 event.
He also said he was prepared to accept whatever decision the government makes regarding his actions in the viral video.
-Bernama
