17th Battalion (Parachute), Royal Malay Regiment

The 17th Battalion (Parachute), Royal Malay Regiment is a paratrooper infantry battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment, a key component of the Malaysian Army. As a parachute-qualified unit, it is trained for rapid deployment and airborne operations. Specific details regarding its history, current organization, equipment, and operational deployments may be limited due to security concerns and the strategic nature of such units within the Malaysian Armed Forces. The battalion’s primary role is to provide a highly mobile and rapidly deployable force for various contingencies, including national defense and internal security operations. Training focuses on parachute insertion techniques, close-quarters combat, and unconventional warfare tactics. Like other units within the Royal Malay Regiment, the 17th Battalion (Parachute) upholds a strong esprit de corps and maintains a high level of readiness.