Bernama)
The National Registration Department (NRD) will introduce a new MyKad
with state-of-the-art security features starting January next year,
Home Minister Hishammuddin Hussein said.
Hishammuddin
said the new MyKad would have enhanced security features, especially
the chip, which will have tamper-proof elements to prevent
falsification, an issue raised by some.
"The
Mykad with new structure which is of a higher quality will meet the
security requirement and will be suitable for changes in time,
situation and future challenges," he told reporters here today after
launching the new MyKad structure here today.
Hishammuddin
said the new MyKad with a polycarbonate body, uses laser cutting
technology on its surface and chips tested by SIRIM and recognised
semi-conductor laboratories.
"New applicants will issued the new Mykad while current holders of Mykad can change their old card for a new one.
Hishammuddin
who is also the Semberong Member of Parliament added that the NRD
would also continue its Outreach Programme using mobile NRD services to
identify Malaysian citizens who do not have Mykad, especially those
staying in remote areas.
Source: <a href="http://malaysia-today.net/mtcolumns/newscommentaries/44150-nrd-to-issue-new-mykad-starting-january-2012-says-hishammuddin">NRD To Issue New MyKad Starting January 2012, Says Hishammuddin </a>
Date: Saturday, 15 October 2011