Do we have Singapore's equivalent? These are forces that have seen action and perform several operations and now they are in Lahad Datu to remove the invaders from Sulu, Philippines.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pasukan_Gerakan_Khas
The Pasukan Gerakan Khas (Abbreviation: PGK; Police Special Operations Command; SOCOM) is an elite high-profile counter-terrorism and special operations tactical unit of the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP).[1] The PGK has two distinct subdivisions; VAT 69 (Very Able Trooper-69; Komando 69) and the Special Actions Unit (Malay: Unit Tindakan Khas; UTK).
The PGK is capable of dealing with a wide range of special operations from counter-terrorism operations to rescue operations. The actual size and organisation of the Directorate is classified. Tasked with enforcing Malaysian law through sea, air and land operations, the PGK is a vital component of the RMP.
VAT 69
The VAT 69 (Very Able Troopers 69), also known as Task Force, Charlie Force and Special Project Team, is modelled on the British Special Air Service Regiment. It was formed in 1969 (hence the name – 69) as a small combat unit to counter the tactics and techniques of the communist terrorists. It is began when the Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, The Honorable Allahyarham (late) Tun Dr Ismail proposed the formation of a special force for fighting the communist insurgency in 1969.
In October 1969, 60 from 1600 officers and men of the Jungle Squad applied for VAT 69 training and qualified themselves for basic commando training. A group of drill instructors from British SAS were sent to Fort Kemar, Perak to supervised the inaugural 69 Commando. Only 30 personnels managed to pass and they formed the nucleus troop of 69th Commando Battalion.
In the 1970s, VAT 69 started its initial operations and successfully deployed against the communist threats. As a result, a significant number of communist terrorists were neutralised and large amounts of weapons and equipment were seized.
In 1977, three new squadrons were raised and trained by the New Zealand SAS and a special course was also conducted to train their own instructors. This expansion programme was completed in 1980 and VAT 69 had fully equipped units with its own logistics department.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pasukan_Gerakan_Khas
The Pasukan Gerakan Khas (Abbreviation: PGK; Police Special Operations Command; SOCOM) is an elite high-profile counter-terrorism and special operations tactical unit of the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP).[1] The PGK has two distinct subdivisions; VAT 69 (Very Able Trooper-69; Komando 69) and the Special Actions Unit (Malay: Unit Tindakan Khas; UTK).
The PGK is capable of dealing with a wide range of special operations from counter-terrorism operations to rescue operations. The actual size and organisation of the Directorate is classified. Tasked with enforcing Malaysian law through sea, air and land operations, the PGK is a vital component of the RMP.
VAT 69
The VAT 69 (Very Able Troopers 69), also known as Task Force, Charlie Force and Special Project Team, is modelled on the British Special Air Service Regiment. It was formed in 1969 (hence the name – 69) as a small combat unit to counter the tactics and techniques of the communist terrorists. It is began when the Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, The Honorable Allahyarham (late) Tun Dr Ismail proposed the formation of a special force for fighting the communist insurgency in 1969.
In October 1969, 60 from 1600 officers and men of the Jungle Squad applied for VAT 69 training and qualified themselves for basic commando training. A group of drill instructors from British SAS were sent to Fort Kemar, Perak to supervised the inaugural 69 Commando. Only 30 personnels managed to pass and they formed the nucleus troop of 69th Commando Battalion.
In the 1970s, VAT 69 started its initial operations and successfully deployed against the communist threats. As a result, a significant number of communist terrorists were neutralised and large amounts of weapons and equipment were seized.
In 1977, three new squadrons were raised and trained by the New Zealand SAS and a special course was also conducted to train their own instructors. This expansion programme was completed in 1980 and VAT 69 had fully equipped units with its own logistics department.
