Courtesy call on the Deputy Chief Police Officer Penang by Mr. Shinya Machida, Consul-General

On May 22^nd, Mr. Shinya Machida, Consul General of Japan in Penang, paid a courtesy call on the DCP Dato’ Mohd Alwi bin Zainal Abidin, Deputy Chief Police Officer Penang of the Penang Contingent Police Headquarters. During the courtesy call, Mr. Machida expressed his desire to strengthen the relationship with the Penang Contingent Police Headquarters for the safety and security of the approximately 130 Japanese companies and 3,000 Japanese people operating and residing in Penang. In response, the Penang State Police stated that they would like to actively provide safety information to the Japanese community. They also exchanged views on such issues as security measures in Penang, and agreed to maintain good communication in the future.