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The president of Pertubuhan Rungus Bersatu Sabah has pleaded not guilty to charges relating to a RM2 million cultural heritage project, maintaining his innocence before the court in Kota Kinabalu.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has begun investigating the Retirement Fund Inc's substantial losses from its investment in eFishery, an Indonesian aquaculture technology venture, signalling heightened scrutiny of major fund decisions.
Three Selayang Municipal Council employees have been charged in Shah Alam Sessions Court with accepting RM3,550 in bribes related to business licence and temporary permit applications, signalling authorities' continued focus on municipal-level corruption.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested a Sabah-based NGO president on suspicion of misappropriating approximately RM2 million in organisational funds, marking another high-profile graft case in the region.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Immigration Department personnel to uphold integrity and reject corruption, emphasizing compassion and professional service delivery during Immigration Day celebrations.
MCA Youth has called on Transport Minister Anthony Loke to provide public clarification on reports that a company owned by Nasir Baki, brother of former MACC chief Azam Baki, received RM178mil in contracts for the Vehicle Entry Permit system.
Former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki has denied any involvement in a RM178.29 million contract awarded to a company connected to his brother, saying he has no knowledge of the arrangement.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has vowed zero tolerance for any corruption or fraud involving KWAP's investment in aquaculture startup eFishery, ordering the MACC to probe the entire investment process despite initial findings suggesting no wrongdoing.
The Sessions Court has acquitted Datin Seri Zizie Izette of three charges alleging she assisted her late husband in receiving RM2.8 million in bribes related to Felcra Bhd's unit trust investment dealings.
After seven years of legal proceedings, former actress Zizie Izette faces a verdict today in a corruption case linked to her late husband Bung Moktar Radin and an alleged RM2.8 million scheme.
Law Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has affirmed that the government views alleged corporate mafia activities with concern and remains receptive to establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry if warranted, though current investigations must be allowed to continue unimpeded.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has identified resistance to change among entrenched interests as the primary barrier to implementing national reforms, rather than technological or expertise limitations.
Fertiliser manufacturer Cropmate Bhd announced that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has fully unfrozen all bank accounts that were previously restricted during an anti-money laundering investigation.
Malaysia's anti-corruption and customs authorities are establishing a joint task force to strengthen enforcement at key ports and curb revenue leakages. The maritime industry has welcomed the move as addressing long-standing compliance concerns.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has rolled out 16 administrative reforms following a critically low anti-corruption score of just 0.08 per cent, addressing procedural weaknesses identified by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission.
A cross-party group of 34 MPs has expressed backing for a Royal Commission of Inquiry to probe alleged 'corporate mafia' activities involving Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog and its former leadership.
Malaysia's anti-corruption and customs authorities are moving to establish a dedicated task force aimed at bolstering enforcement operations and tax collection mechanisms at the country's key ports, following strategic discussions on shared challenges.
Malaysia's Deputy Home Minister has assured Parliament that the police conduct investigations impartially in high-profile cases, with no protection offered to individuals based on their political connections or official positions.
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim held an audience with MACC chief Abdul Halim Mustapha to review the anti-corruption commission's latest initiatives, operational updates, and strategic developments affecting Malaysia's corruption-fighting efforts.
King Sultan Ibrahim held an audience with Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman at Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur today.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has submitted governance proposals targeting non-Muslim worship sites, prompted by investigations revealing misuse of government development funds.
The government maintains that shareholding records of former MACC chief Azam Baki are not classified as public documents and therefore cannot be released to the public.
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Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has exonerated former minister Nik Nazmi of any misconduct regarding fund transfers connected to the case involving three rescued elephants, Dara, Amoi, and Kelat.
Malaysia faces mounting legal challenges tied to the 1MDB scandal while the Johor state election intensifies political divisions. Key trials advance and governance questions persist across multiple fronts.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has arrested 33 people, including several government enforcement officers, as part of an investigation into an alleged visa bribery syndicate. The detentions follow allegations of offences dating back to 2021.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has obtained remand orders for 33 individuals, including law enforcement and government employees, suspected of facilitating illegal activities linked to foreign nationals through an organised syndicate.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will immediately post a certified integrity officer at Perkeso following its investigation into alleged fraud in the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment assistance initiative.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has frozen RM3.4 million in company accounts while investigating claims that false documents were submitted to obtain approximately RM20 million in financing from a development financial institution.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will recommend criminal charges in 69 investigation files stemming from widespread misuse of the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 government employment incentive scheme.
Malaysia's upcoming elections raise fundamental questions about internal party governance and institutional independence. The tension between factional influence and leadership accountability will determine whether reform pledges translate into consistent practice.
Zaid Ibrahim has publicly challenged Speaker Azalina Othman Said's refusal to disclose shareholding records belonging to former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki, raising fresh questions about transparency and accountability in Malaysia's governance framework.
Malaysia's new ILTIZAM Act 2025 establishes a mandatory legal framework requiring all government agencies to improve service efficiency, strengthen integrity, and embrace digital transformation. Officials expect the reforms to gradually enhance the country's Corruption Perceptions Index ranking.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is conducting a document-focused investigation into Taiping Municipal Council's transfer of three elephants to Tennoji Zoo in Japan, without expanding to other investigative measures.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission continues to hold RM114 million in cash and assets confiscated during a 2016 investigation into misconduct at Sabah's Water Department, with the funds' ultimate disposition still undetermined.
The government will evaluate calls for a Royal Commission of Inquiry into alleged corporate mafia activities within MACC based on investigation findings, legal requirements, and public interest considerations, according to federal territories minister Azalina Othman Gray.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and armed forces have agreed to deepen cooperation through enhanced intelligence sharing and information exchange, aiming to strengthen anti-corruption efforts and safeguard national security interests.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog and armed forces have pledged to deepen their partnership, focusing on intelligence exchange and governance standards to combat corruption and protect national interests.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission arrests three people, including two rice industry company directors, for allegedly using forged documents to secure approximately RM20 million in trade working capital financing.
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An assistant director from the Royal Malaysian Customs Department entered a not guilty plea in Shah Alam court regarding allegations of accepting a RM15,000 bribe, marking another chapter in Malaysia's ongoing anti-corruption enforcement efforts.
Malaysia's small business association is calling for financing agencies to release periodic reports on loan recipients and establish whistleblower protections to combat cronyism in MSME funding.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared an end to corruption and cronyism, promising strict accountability regardless of officials' backgrounds. He stressed that no one would receive government protection if implicated in graft.
Malaysia's Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives has declared war on political patronage in fund approvals, promising merit-based decisions and administrative reform to eliminate insider dealings.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has suggested that rival political parties consolidated their forces specifically to counter his administration, attributing their unity to his government's aggressive anti-corruption approach.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has accused opposing political parties of uniting to bring down his government, attributing their hostility to his administration's uncompromising approach to combating corruption and protecting public resources.
China's military has promoted two officers to general rank in what analysts view as preparation for restructuring its top command following an extensive anti-corruption campaign that has removed several senior leaders.
Malaysia's Foreign Ministry and the Malaysia Competition Commission have formalized a strategic partnership to combat bid-rigging and cartels in government procurement, signalling renewed commitment to transparency and fiscal accountability.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that Tan Sri Azam Baki's membership on the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre Advisory Board is independent of his former position as MACC chief commissioner.
Minister Saifuddin says the decision to expand the Pamela Ling investigation—potentially including a probe into MACC's role—awaits new evidence or further instructions from the deputy public prosecutor handling the high-profile missing persons case.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission plans to significantly upgrade its technological capabilities, leveraging AI and data analytics to detect and prevent corruption as criminal tactics become more sophisticated.
The opposition leader has demanded the government clarify why former MACC chief Azam has been appointed as adviser to the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre while facing investigations himself.
Opposition Leader Hamzah Zainudin has demanded government clarification on the appointment of former MACC chief Azam Baki as adviser to the National Financial Crime Prevention Centre, citing unresolved corporate shareholding disputes.
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A senior Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission officer has been selected to attend the FBI National Academy in the United States, marking recognition of Malaysia's law enforcement standards and commitment to combating financial crime.
A senior Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission officer has been selected to represent Malaysia at the 299th session of the FBI National Academy training programme in the United States, underscoring deepening cooperation in anti-corruption investigations.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has appointed five members to its Anti-Corruption Advisory Board and Special Committee on Corruption for the 2026-2029 term, bolstering institutional capacity in the fight against graft.
Malaysia has brought its hard-won experience in recovering 1MDB-linked assets to an OECD anti-corruption forum in Paris, positioning the country as a global contributor to cross-border asset recovery efforts.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's anti-corruption battle cannot succeed through institutional action alone, requiring coordinated involvement from government, private sector, and citizens.
A coalition of 51 non-governmental organisations has petitioned the Malaysian government to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry to investigate corruption allegations involving the MACC and its former chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki.
A Kuantan court has ordered former Temerloh district police chief Mohd Azhar Mohd Yusoff to defend himself against 46 bribery charges totalling RM69,600 allegedly received between 2019 and 2023. The judge found the prosecution established a strong case.
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Residents of Kg Betangga Highland in Sabah's Sipitang district are pressing authorities including the MACC, police and Native Court to investigate what they describe as unauthorised land appropriation affecting their community.
Iraqi authorities have apprehended 47 officials, including members of parliament, in a significant anti-corruption operation. The arrests represent the latest effort to tackle endemic graft plaguing the country's institutions.
Iraqi security forces conducted extensive raids across Baghdad's Green Zone on Sunday, apprehending MPs and government officials suspected of embezzlement and graft. The operation signals intensifying efforts to tackle systemic corruption.
A Malaysian court has ordered the forfeiture of 23 Rolex watches and jewellery seized from Nor Shahira Atirah Anuar, the sister-in-law of a former army chief, in an anti-corruption investigation.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has reversed its earlier freeze on bank accounts belonging to HG Power Transmission Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Rohas Tecnic Bhd, along with accounts of the company's officers.
Malaysia's High Court has ruled that 23 Rolex watches and 15 jewellery items seized by the MACC from the sister-in-law of a former military leader be forfeited to the state.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has established five dedicated operation rooms across Johor to tackle corruption allegations throughout the upcoming 16th state election, operating around the clock to receive public reports.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is establishing five operations rooms throughout Johor to monitor vote-buying and other electoral corruption. The centres will coordinate enforcement efforts across the state.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will operate five 24-hour complaint centers across Johor from June 27 to July 11, enabling public reporting of corruption and abuse of power during the state election.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has secured finalist positions in four categories at the prestigious ICA Compliance Awards APAC 2026, marking its debut in the international recognition programme.
Youth-focused Muda and socialist PSM have joined forces under the Progressive Bloc banner, anchoring their partnership on shared priorities including institutional overhaul, tackling graft, and advancing inclusive economic policies.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has given its personnel a month to refresh their asset declarations, tightening transparency standards across the agency tasked with combating graft nationwide.
DAP advisor Lim Guan Eng, his wife Betty Chew, and businesswoman Phang Li Koon will learn their fate in a RM11.6 million foreign workers' hostel corruption case tomorrow at the Putrajaya High Court.
Hungary's parliament is advancing anti-corruption measures under new Prime Minister Peter Magyar's reform agenda, seeking to unlock billions in withheld EU funds that have constrained the nation's fiscal flexibility.
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Malaysia's Environment Ministry has committed to complete cooperation with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's investigation into a controversial elephant transfer to Japan, pledging no one will be protected from scrutiny.
Transparency International Malaysia has welcomed the Attorney-General's Chambers' explanation of how corruption-related compounds are handled, yet insists that expanded transparency mechanisms are essential for sustaining citizen confidence in Malaysia's anti-corruption apparatus.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has identified 1,638 firms suspected of submitting fraudulent claims under the Perkeso Dana Kerjaya 2.0 programme, resulting in estimated losses of RM45 million and raising serious concerns about programme integrity.
The Sultan of Pahang met with the MACC chief commissioner to review the commission's latest developments and discuss strategies for strengthening integrity and combating corruption across Malaysia.
Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission and the government have successfully appealed a High Court decision that held them liable for malicious prosecution, overturning a judgment initially favoring a former company director in a RM900,000 case.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has successfully appealed against a company director's claim that it maliciously prosecuted him, with the Court of Appeal finding the lower court misapplied criminal law principles.
New MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman has completed his first month steering the agency, committing to sweeping improvements despite facing considerable operational and structural hurdles in his transition.
Malaysia's newly appointed MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman has committed to driving organisational improvements despite facing an adjustment period after moving from the judiciary to lead the anti-corruption agency.
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The chief executive officer of Perbadanan Stadium Malaysia has been charged with receiving gratification totalling RM1.45 million connected to a tender for the Bukit Jalil National Squash Centre, marking another high-profile corruption case in the nation's sports administration.
The chief executive of a statutory body is set to appear in Sessions Court facing seven graft charges connected to allegedly soliciting and accepting bribes exceeding RM1 million related to sports facility contracts.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission plans to introduce a cadet corps programme in schools nationwide, starting with selected institutions in a phased approach aimed at instilling integrity values among young Malaysians.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is rolling out a cadet corps programme in schools nationwide, aiming to instil integrity values and combat corruption from an early age.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's new Sabah headquarters on Jalan Sepanggar is 90 per cent complete and expected to open by December. The facility will unite three dispersed offices under one roof, strengthening the agency's operational capacity.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is leveraging the 5th Youth Film Festival at Universiti Sains Malaysia to embed anti-corruption messaging within creative arts, targeting the next generation through an innovative cultural engagement strategy.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is rolling out a pilot cadet corps programme in select schools aimed at nurturing integrity and cultivating anti-corruption values among students from an early age.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Transparency International have reinforced their partnership to combat corruption and improve governance standards across Malaysia at national and international levels.