Second lieutenant Chan Ming Youn, a twenty-five-year-old accounting graduate born and raised in Kuala Lumpur, passed the arduous 12-week commando training course, being the only Malaysian Chinese in recent history to earn the coveted Green Beret.

Chan was one of 69 students who accomplished the Basic Commando Course Series AK/1/2024.

"Guard the dignity of this green beret from being tarnished by futile actions, as it will later undermine all the sacrifices made by your comrades who have toiled to earn it. It is truly unfortunate if the Green Beret you wear is unjustly stripped from you due to misconduct such as disobeying orders or engaging in actions contrary to service regulations." 

Commander of the Special Operations Group (21 GKK) Major General Adi Ridzwan Abdullah

Adi Ridzwan stated this at the Basic Commando Course Series AK/1/2024 Closing Parade on Sunday (April 28) at Pantai Betutu Laut, Sungai Udang, Melaka.

The program featured displays of beach assaults, hostage rescues, and self-defense methods by special forces trainees, followed by a discussion with the soldiers' families.

What is  Commando Training & GGK?

The Basic Commando Course Series AK/1/2024 is a demanding 12-week training program that prepares individuals for elite rank in the Armed Forces' special forces unit, GGK.

The GGK is well-known for its demanding selection procedure and tough training modules.

Candidates go through rigorous physical and mental training, which includes fighting abilities, navigation, endurance, teamwork, leadership, and mental toughness.

Achieving the GGK Green Beret displays an individual's dedication, resolve, and capacity to persevere, completing their qualifying as a member of the GGK.

Source: The Rakyat Post