Defense Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein told the media that he had spoken with his Indonesian counterpart after breaking fast with the troops at Kem Banding in Perak on Monday.

According to a Defense Ministry official, the Indonesian Defende Minister Gen. Ryamizard Rya­cudu told Hishammuddin that there were no issues, including mili­tary matters, that could not be settled amicably due to the close ties between them.

The official added that Ryamizard had given his assurance that he would look into the matter seriously and take action if needed.

Both parties also agreed that the incident would not affect bilateral relations between the two countries.

On the recent Cabinet reshuffle, Hishammuddin said that it was a necessary move.

“The posts were filled by people we know and have been tried and tested,” he said, adding that the ministry would work hand in hand with the rest of the Cabinet to pursue the national agenda.

On Monday, Hishammuddin and Army Chief Jen Tan Sri Mohamed Affandi Raja Mohamed Noor visited the Marker November army base in Perak to meet soldiers on duty, before joining the other army personnel at Kem Banding.

At Marker November, represen­tatives of the nearby orang asli communities also spoke to the minister during a meeting before receiving essential items like rice.

Speaking to reporters after his visit to the forward army base, Hishammuddin called for the public to appreciate the sacrifices of the armed forces, especially during the festive seasons as they have to be away from their loved ones.

He added that there were about 6,000 soldiers guarding the country’s borders during the festive pe­­riod.

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