Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan
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General Tan Sri Dato' Muhammad Hafizuddeain bin Jantan[1] (born 18 April 1968) is a Malaysian military officer who currently serves as the 30th Chief of Army since September 2023. Prior to his appointment, he previously served as the Deputy Chief of Army from April 2023 to September 2023.[2][3]
In this Malay name, there is no surname or family name. The name Jantan is a patronymic, and the person should be referred to by their given name, Muhammad Hafizuddeain. The word "bin" or "binti"/"binte" means 'son of' or 'daughter of', respectively.
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Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan PSM PGAT PSAT DPKK PGDK PAT KAT BSK PJM PNBB (Bosnia) PPS PPA | |
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30th Chief of Army | |
Assumed office 6 September 2023 | |
Monarchs | Abdullah (2023–2024) Ibrahim Iskandar (since 2024) |
Minister | Mohamad Hasan (6 September–12 December 2023) Mohamed Khaled Nordin (since 2023) |
Deputy | Tengku Muhammad Fauzi Tengku Ibrahim |
Preceded by | Mohammad Ab Rahman |
Personal details | |
Born | Muhammad Hafizuddeain bin Jantan (1968-04-18) 18 April 1968 (age 56) Segamat, Johor, Malaysia |
Alma mater | Royal Military College, Kuala Lumpur |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Malaysia |
Branch/service | Malaysian Army |
Years of service | 1986–present |
Rank | General |
Unit | Royal Malay Regiment |
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