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An anti-corruption group has called for a prohibition on political appointments at Tabung Haji following the Royal Commission of Inquiry report, citing political considerations as a major driver of the pilgrimage fund's financial crisis.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has initiated a formal investigation into Tabung Haji following a Royal Commission of Inquiry, deploying eight officers to examine documents and evidence as part of efforts to address governance concerns at the Islamic pilgrimage fund manager.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has begun investigating Tabung Haji following a Royal Commission of Inquiry report, with MACC teams now stationed at the pilgrim fund's headquarters.
Malaysia's anti-corruption authority has formed a dedicated task force to examine the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, looking into potential corruption, fraud and money laundering spanning 2014-2020.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has established a dedicated task force to scrutinise the Royal Commission of Inquiry's report on Tabung Haji, the Islamic pilgrimage savings fund, following the document's public disclosure.
Ten months after Manila's September anti-corruption protests turned violent, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla has disclosed that construction worker Eric Saber died from a stray bullet fired from an illegal weapon, not police firearms.
Bersatu Youth has pressed the MACC and police to act decisively against those responsible for alleged mismanagement at Lembaga Tabung Haji under the previous Barisan Nasional administration.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief has pledged that the agency will continue pursuing investigations without being swayed by public opinion or external perceptions, emphasizing the organization's independence.
Malaysia's anti-corruption commission will lead a new ASEAN training programme on asset recovery, sharing expertise gained from handling the 1MDB case to strengthen regional corruption-fighting capabilities.
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Pakatan Harapan Communications director Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called on Negeri Sembilan voters to elect leaders committed to fighting corruption and serving public interests, citing Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun's governance record.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has remanded twelve people, including Immigration Department staff and a police officer, for allegedly infiltrating the national immigration database to illegally issue temporary employment passes.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has pledged to maintain its professional standards and transparent operations even as it grapples with negative public perceptions regarding its investigative conduct.
Authorities have arrested 12 people, including four immigration officers, for illegally hacking the MyIMMs system to issue fraudulent temporary work permits. The operation targeted the Malaysian Immigration system's security infrastructure.
Melaka's government has rolled out more than 200 initiatives to strengthen integrity and transparency, earning recognition as the second best-performing state in a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission study on public service corruption levels.
Timor-Leste has been admitted to the ASEAN Parties Against Corruption, a move expected to enhance the region's coordinated efforts against graft. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission leads the initiative at its 22nd annual secretariat meeting.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will convene the 22nd Asean-PAC meeting to forge stronger regional partnerships against corruption, addressing cross-border challenges and capacity-building needs across Southeast Asia.
Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission will host the 22nd ASEAN-PAC Secretariat Meeting in Melaka from July 28-30, bringing together anti-corruption agencies from across the region to address emerging corruption threats and strengthen enforcement cooperation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Generation Z to elect leaders who foster national unity and reject divisive politics rooted in fear and racial tension, emphasising that reform requires wise action rather than empty rhetoric.
The president of Pertubuhan Rungus Bersatu Sabah has pleaded not guilty to Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission charges related to a RM2 million community cultural hall project. The case highlights scrutiny of indigenous development initiatives in East Malaysia.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested a Sabah-based NGO president suspected of misappropriating RM2 million earmarked for a cultural hall development project, signalling intensified enforcement against financial misconduct in the non-profit sector.
Malaysia's anti-corruption authority has arrested the secretary and treasurer of an NGO on suspicion of laundering RM5 million in funds, marking fresh scrutiny of financial controls within civil society organisations.
Former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki has denied any role in a RM178.29 million contract awarded to a company linked to his brother, stating he has no involvement or knowledge of the matter.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Permodalan Nasional Berhad have strengthened their strategic partnership to improve governance and transparency in managing the nation's substantial investment portfolio.
A Kelantan police station chief has been remanded for seven days while Malaysia's anti-corruption agency probes allegations involving a RM500 bribe, marking fresh scrutiny of law enforcement integrity in the state.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says initial findings suggest no impropriety in KWAP's RM163.4 million investment in Indonesian aquaculture firm eFishery, yet insists the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission must conduct a thorough independent inquiry.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained a police station chief in Kelantan on suspicion of bribery involving approximately RM1,000, underscoring ongoing integrity concerns within the state's law enforcement establishment.
Ouyang Weimin, who led China's state-owned development finance institution until 2023, is under investigation by Beijing's top anti-graft authorities for serious violations of party discipline and the law.
The United States has returned over USD1.37 billion in assets derived from 1Malaysia Development Berhad fund misappropriation to Malaysia, according to the Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, though significant sums remain frozen in multiple jurisdictions.
The MACC has opened a formal investigation into a RM200 million investment loss by KWAP, Malaysia's Civil Service Pension Fund, following its involvement with Indonesia's eFishery fintech platform.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has identified resistance from entrenched interests and a culture of corruption as the primary barriers to Malaysia's reform efforts, rather than technological or expertise gaps.
Fertiliser manufacturer Cropmate Bhd has had all its bank accounts unfrozen by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission following an anti-money laundering investigation, with no arrests or charges made against company personnel.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Royal Malaysian Customs Department have formed a task force to strengthen port enforcement and curb revenue leakages. The maritime industry has welcomed the move as essential for transparency and compliance.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has unfrozen all bank accounts of fashion retailer Padini Holdings Bhd and subsidiaries, concluding its investigation without filing charges against any company officials or staff.
Retail group Padini Holdings has confirmed that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has lifted freezing orders on all bank accounts connected to its corruption probe, potentially easing operational pressures on the listed company.
A cross-party coalition of 34 MPs has thrown support behind establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry to investigate alleged 'corporate mafia' connections within the MACC and former chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholding affairs.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Royal Malaysian Customs Department are establishing a special task force to monitor enforcement and tax collection at the country's major ports, addressing smuggling and revenue leakage issues.
King Sultan Ibrahim met with MACC Chief Commissioner Abdul Halim Mustapha to receive an update on the commission's recent operations and strategic initiatives in its ongoing fight against corruption.
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim received Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman for an audience at Istana Negara, reflecting the monarchy's engagement with key anti-corruption institutions.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has unveiled six governance proposals aimed at tightening controls over how maintenance grants are managed and allocated to temples and churches across the country.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has recommended governance improvements for non-Muslim places of worship following probes into misused public funding allocated for maintenance work.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has frozen 14 bank accounts totalling RM1.1 million as part of an ongoing investigation into corruption within the immigration sector, targeting both corporate and individual suspects.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has issued an arrest warrant for former immigration officer Megat Khairul Anuar Sulaiman following multiple court no-shows, intensifying scrutiny of alleged misconduct within the agency.
Malaysia's political landscape shifts as 1MDB litigation accelerates, Johor elections dominate campaign discourse, and anti-corruption authorities pursue major fraud investigations affecting governance and public confidence.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has remanded 33 suspects, including government enforcement officers, over an organised visa bribery scheme operating since 2021. The operation involved arrests across four states.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will deploy a certified integrity officer to the Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) as part of measures following the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 fraud investigation.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has opened a comprehensive investigation into overseas properties valued at RM59 million with suspected links to the 1MDB scandal, examining potential corruption, money laundering, and asset recovery.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has frozen RM3.4 million held in company accounts while investigating allegations that false documents were used to fraudulently obtain approximately RM20 million in financing from a development financial institution.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has received three corruption reports linked to the 16th Johor state election, with one specifically naming a candidate. The MACC pledged to investigate impartially.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has reiterated that its investigation into fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho remains active and open, contrary to suggestions the case has been shelved.
The MACC has cleared former Natural Resources Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad of involvement in alleged corruption linked to a RM53 million elephant transfer to Japan, finding no supporting evidence.
Transparency International Malaysia is pressing the government to provide a public accounting of investigations into 'corporate mafia' activities, citing the need for transparency and timely progress updates.
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Malaysia's new ILTIZAM Act, effective December 1, 2025, establishes a legal framework requiring all government agencies to improve efficiency, transparency, and integrity. The reform focuses on digital transformation and mandatory service reviews to boost public confidence and international standing.
The government will assess whether to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry into alleged corporate mafia activities within the MACC based on investigation findings, legal procedures and public interest, officials say.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is actively searching for Choo Lee Peng to help with an investigation involving allegations that an agent attempted to mislead a principal.
Malaysia's anti-corruption and defence intelligence agencies have pledged to intensify cooperation through shared intelligence and improved governance frameworks, signalling a coordinated approach to safeguarding institutional integrity.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested three individuals, including two directors from the rice sector, in connection with a RM20 million trade financing fraud involving falsified documentation.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested three people, including two company directors, in connection with an alleged RM20 million financing scheme in Kedah involving paddy and rice purchases that never took place.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested three people, including two company directors in the rice sector, over allegations of submitting forged documents to fraudulently obtain approximately RM20 million in trade working capital financing.
A customs officer has claimed trial to charges of receiving RM15,000 from a 50-year-old suspect to discontinue an investigation. The alleged incident occurred in June, raising fresh concerns about corruption within Malaysia's enforcement agencies.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has publicly distanced itself from a viral social media post, stating that the man featured in the image is not affiliated with the agency, amid widespread speculation online.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim asserts that certain political parties are coalescing to undermine his government because of its uncompromising stance on corruption and misuse of power by public officials.
China has promoted two senior military officers to general rank as part of a broader anti-corruption campaign that has removed several top commanders. The moves signal potential restructuring of the military's highest decision-making body.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has appointed Zhang Shuguang to lead military anti-corruption efforts, replacing Zhang Shengmin as part of an unprecedented purge of the People's Liberation Army that has removed dozens of top commanders and officials.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has concluded its investigation into HG Power Transmission, a unit of listed company Rohas Tecnic Bhd, with no action to be taken against the firm or its officials.
Malaysia's Foreign Ministry and the Competition Commission have established a strategic partnership to detect and prevent bid-rigging in government procurement, reflecting growing efforts to safeguard public funds and strengthen governance.
The National Financial Crime Centre has clarified that Tan Sri Azam Baki's membership on its Advisory Board operates in his personal capacity and remains unaffected by his position as MACC chief commissioner.
Malaysia's opposition leader has called for government clarity on the appointment of former MACC chief Azam as an adviser to the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre, citing concerns over his concurrent legal proceedings.
Opposition Leader Hamzah Zainudin has questioned the government's decision to appoint former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki as adviser to the National Financial Crime Prevention Centre, citing unresolved corporate shareholding controversies.
Multiple members of parliament are pressing for the investigation into former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholdings to be disclosed publicly, citing concerns about transparency and accountability in high-level anti-corruption leadership.
A senior MACC officer has been selected to attend the 299th session of the FBI National Academy training in the United States, representing Malaysia's commitment to strengthening anti-corruption capabilities.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has appointed five members to its Anti-Corruption Advisory Board and Special Committee on Corruption, a key institutional move aimed at strengthening governance oversight for the next four years.
Malaysia has presented its experience in recovering assets tied to 1MDB at an OECD anti-corruption meeting in Paris, showcasing the country's progress in tackling financial crime and international collaboration efforts.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's anti-corruption efforts cannot succeed through institutional action alone, calling for coordinated participation from enforcement bodies, lawmakers, businesses, and the public.
A coalition of 51 non-governmental organisations has petitioned the government to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry into allegations of corporate mafia involvement within the MACC, implicating former chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki.
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Villagers in Kg Betangga Highland, Sipitang, have petitioned Malaysian authorities including the MACC, police and Native Court to investigate claims of unlawful land encroachment affecting their settlement.
Iraqi security forces conducted sweeping raids across Baghdad's fortified Green Zone on Sunday, arresting multiple officials and parliamentarians on corruption charges as part of an intensified anti-graft campaign.
Malaysia has set an ambitious goal to rank among the world's top 25 least corrupt nations by 2033. Public scepticism persists about whether this represents genuine systemic reform or merely political posturing.
The MACC has revoked seizure orders against Rohas Tecnic and its subsidiary HGPT, lifting restrictions on their bank accounts and allowing the power transmission tower manufacturer to resume normal business operations.
A Malaysian court has ordered the forfeiture of 23 Rolex watches and 15 jewellery items seized by anti-corruption authorities from the sister-in-law of a retired army chief, strengthening enforcement of asset recovery laws.
A former assistant engineer at the Kerian District and Land Office has been charged with 146 counts of bribery involving RM183,500 allegedly received three years ago in what authorities describe as a significant corruption case.
Malaysia's government faces mounting political turbulence as it defends fiscal allocations, senior party figures defect, and legal proceedings against prominent figures intensify ahead of Johor state elections.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has established five round-the-clock operation centres throughout Johor state to investigate and curb corruption and abuse of power during the upcoming 16th state election.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is establishing five operations rooms across Johor to monitor and prevent the distribution of election 'treats'—illicit gifts and incentives designed to influence voters during the campaign period.
Sri Lanka's anti-corruption authorities have arrested Rakitha Rajapakshe, son of a former justice minister, over allegations he sought a US$1.5 million bribe to secure the release of a major drug trafficker.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is establishing five dedicated operations rooms across Johor to handle public complaints of corruption and abuse of power during the state election, running 24/7 from nomination day on June 27 through polling day on July 11.