The manual outlines a range of tactics and strategies for managing public order, including:
Clarifying how the police and the military (ATM) would coordinate during a state of emergency. The "Hidden" Story public order manual poman 1971
The manual was developed in the aftermath of the May 13, 1969 racial riots in Malaysia, a period that necessitated a clearer, more robust framework for internal security and inter-agency cooperation. It remains a reference point for security agencies when addressing issues like political agitation, industrial disputes, or religious tensions. The manual outlines a range of tactics and