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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 watchdog has recommended deploying artificial intelligence scanning systems at cargo terminals to enhance detection and control of dangerous goods, addressing longstanding enforcement gaps.
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Pakatan Harapan communications director Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has stressed that governance and integrity should be paramount considerations for voters in the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election, citing lessons from the Lembaga Tabung Haji scandal.
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.
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.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has obtained remand orders for 12 individuals suspected of participating in a scheme to illegally access the MyIMMs system and issue counterfeit 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.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has dismantled a criminal network that breached the MyIMMS database to generate counterfeit work permits. The operation represents a serious vulnerability in border security infrastructure.
Authorities have shut down a criminal network that hacked Malaysia's immigration database to issue fake work permits. The MACC and Immigration Department's coordinated operation targets a significant vulnerability in border security and labour control systems.
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 is invoking mutual legal assistance treaties with three neighbouring and regional jurisdictions to deepen its investigation into Retirement Fund Incorporated's investment decisions.
Authorities in Terengganu have remanded three individuals, including a former frozen food company manager, on suspicion of submitting inflated invoices for wedding catering services worth RM51,000.
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.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission witness told the Sessions Court that Beijing Urban Construction Group held multiple meetings with Penang state authorities prior to the tunnel project's tender process, raising questions about pre-award consultations.
Former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki has firmly denied any involvement in a RM178 million government contract awarded to a company linked to his brother, as questions mount over potential conflicts of interest.
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.
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.
Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad will receive her verdict tomorrow from the Sessions Court on three charges of abetting in a RM2.8 million corruption case.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog is attempting to locate a 41-year-old man to ensure his attendance at a forfeiture hearing scheduled for August 20 at the Kuala Lumpur Criminal Sessions Court.
The Court of Appeal has permitted the Malaysian Bar to intervene in a lawyer's appeal against the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, with the Bar's president dismissing suggestions that the regulator overstepped its mandate.
Malaysia's Court of Appeal has authorised the Bar Council to intervene in a lawyer's appeal against Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission notices, recognising the Bar's stake in protecting solicitor-client privilege.
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 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.
Kuala Lumpur's anti-corruption agency has placed a former civil servant in four-day remand custody on suspicion of illegally siphoning RM300,000 in government aid by fraudulently registering assistance applications under 11 different individuals' names.
The MACC is actively searching for two Bangladeshi nationals to provide crucial testimony in an ongoing corruption investigation at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court.
The Federal Court has upheld a previous appellate finding that a key prosecution witness in the Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman corruption trial may have experienced improper pressure from MACC investigators during the investigation phase.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has frozen 14 bank accounts and seized RM1.4 million in assets as part of an investigation into alleged corruption within a foreign affairs-linked syndicate.
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.
The Immigration Department has suspended officers detained by MACC over suspected ties to a criminal syndicate involving foreigners. The suspension remains in effect until investigations conclude.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is actively searching for 40-year-old Megat Khairul Anuar Sulaiman, who faces charges under the MACC Act 2009 and has repeatedly failed to appear at the Ipoh High Court.
The Social Security Organisation has distanced itself from the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 incentive fraud scandal being probed by Malaysia's anti-corruption agency, stating its officers were not implicated.
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The MACC has exonerated former minister Nik Nazmi Tan Sri Abdul Aziz of any misconduct regarding fund transfers connected to the care of three elephants at a Terengganu facility, closing a high-profile inquiry into government spending on animal welfare.
The MACC is preparing to recommend charges against 69 people involved in abuse of the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme. The anti-corruption agency has also reaffirmed that its investigation into fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho remains active and has never been suspended.
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 has detained 33 people, among them enforcement officers and government employees, suspected of involvement in criminal operations targeting foreign nationals.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has initiated a formal probe into an alleged US$13 million overseas property purportedly connected to funds misappropriated from 1MDB, signalling continued enforcement efforts in the long-running scandal.
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.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has opened an investigation into corruption allegations levelled against an election candidate involved in the Johor state election campaign, signalling renewed vigilance over electoral integrity.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is set to call in multiple individuals, including the wife of a former prime minister, to help investigate a high-value US property allegedly purchased with diverted 1MDB funds as part of its continuing anti-corruption efforts.
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The MACC and Malaysian Armed Forces have deepened their collaboration through enhanced information-sharing mechanisms aimed at tackling corruption within military ranks and procurement processes.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog and communications regulator are deepening collaboration to combat misinformation and harmful online material, enhancing crisis response capabilities across both agencies.
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.
Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has publicly challenged the government's refusal to disclose shareholding records belonging to ex-MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki, citing accountability concerns in parliamentary proceedings.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has initiated a probe into the Taiping Municipal Council regarding the relocation of three elephants to Tennoji Zoo in Japan, with the investigation currently restricted to examining documentary records.
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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A senior Royal Malaysian Customs Department official has entered a not guilty plea to allegations of accepting RM15,000 in bribes, facing trial in Shah Alam's district court on corruption charges.
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 has clarified that Tan Sri Azam Baki's membership on the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre Advisory Board remains valid through 2027 and is separate from his former position as MACC chief commissioner.
Home Minister Saifuddin has stated that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is not facing investigation regarding the disappearance of Sarawakian businesswoman Pamela Ling, who vanished while allegedly en route to MACC headquarters.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog is modernising its enforcement arsenal, deploying artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics to counter increasingly complex corruption offences. The upgrade reflects growing recognition that traditional investigative methods need high-tech reinforcement.
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.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained a high-ranking enforcement officer accused of soliciting a RM50,000 bribe. The suspect is being held for three days of investigative questioning.
A Malaysian court has ordered the forfeiture of luxury goods including 23 Rolex watches and jewellery seized from Nor Shahira Atirah Anuar, sister-in-law of a former army chief, in an anti-corruption investigation.
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.
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An Ipoh Sessions Court devoted two full hours to reading 146 corruption charges against a former government engineer, illustrating the scale and complexity of an ongoing graft investigation.
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.
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.