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Malaysia's anti-corruption agency is calling on top government officials to strengthen whistleblower protection frameworks, framing the move as essential to improving the nation's international integrity rankings and reinforcing public sector accountability.
Former Klang MP Charles Santiago has called for an independent investigation into a dog's death during an enforcement operation, cautioning that blaming the owner diverts attention from the core issue.
Bukit Bendera MP Syerleena Abdul Rashid has condemned the killing of a dog named Rocky and demanded a transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged that the government will release the full Royal Commission of Inquiry report examining the management of Lembaga Tabung Haji, signalling a commitment to transparency in reviewing the pilgrimage fund's operations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended the government's choice to release the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report publicly, arguing the decision reflects commitment to transparency and institutional trust rather than partisan calculation.
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PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar has dismissed criticism over the timing of the Tabung Haji RCI report release, arguing transparency is what counts ahead of Saturday's Negeri Sembilan state election.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the government's decision to declassify the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report in response to persistent public calls for transparency, while cautioning against unverified allegations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed the release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji, marking a significant step toward transparency in the hajj fund management scandal.
The Malaysian Cabinet has authorised the declassification and public release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, covering 2014 to 2020, following a briefing on the institution's management and reform progress.
The MACC's Chief Commissioner has reaffirmed the agency's commitment to professional conduct and transparency, vowing to maintain investigative integrity regardless of reputational challenges facing the institution.
Melaka has rolled out more than 200 initiatives aimed at bolstering integrity and transparency, positioning itself as Malaysia's second-best performing state in anti-corruption efforts and signalling commitment to the nation's anti-graft agenda.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the Cabinet will decide Wednesday on whether to publicly release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji, addressing ongoing concerns about the pilgrimage fund's strategic asset sales.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has insisted that the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji must be made public transparently, stating that no individual is exempt from legal accountability if their names appear in the findings.
Malaysian experts are demanding the government release the Tabung Haji RCI report without further delay, arguing transparency is vital to protect depositors and rebuild trust in the institution.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated that no person stands above the law, while signalling the government's intention to release the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report pending Cabinet endorsement.
Amanah vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Mujahid Yusof Rawa has urged the government to release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, arguing transparency will settle years of controversy and restore public trust in the institution.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has disclosed that the government deliberately delayed releasing a critical Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji for three years, fearing public disclosure could have destabilised the pilgrimage fund and eroded depositor confidence.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has explained that withholding the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji for three years was necessary to prevent public panic and maintain confidence in the pilgrims' fund. The government now plans to release the findings soon.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called for the immediate public release of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, arguing transparency is essential for depositors and Malaysians to understand the pilgrimage fund's troubled history.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated the government will shortly release the final Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, emphasizing the public's right to access the findings.
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.
SpaceXAI has reversed course on privacy practices for its Grok coding assistant, open-sourcing the tool and deleting retained user code after fierce developer backlash over undisclosed data transfers.
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.
US Democratic senators, led by Kirsten Gillibrand, are demanding the Trump administration release results from a military probe into a February 28 attack on an Iranian girls' school within seven days.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has unveiled six governance enhancements designed to boost transparency and accountability in how maintenance grants reach temples, churches, and other non-Muslim houses of worship across the country.
Malaysia's Media Council has endorsed the government's decision to refer the Freedom of Information Bill 2026 to a Parliamentary Select Committee, calling the move essential for ensuring robust democratic legislation.
The Malaysian government will refer the Freedom of Information Bill 2026 to a Parliamentary Select Committee, allowing deeper review by lawmakers and stakeholders ahead of the bill's second reading.
Indonesia's Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo faces growing criticism after his wife and daughter were listed as delegates for an official trip to a United Nations meeting in New York, prompting the Ombudsman to demand greater transparency.
Rights groups are pressing authorities to disclose progress in the Durian Tunggal shooting investigation, demanding clarity on evidence assessment and prosecution timelines from police and the Attorney-General's Chambers.
Transparency International Malaysia has challenged the government to provide a full accounting of progress in its investigations into alleged corporate mafia activities, questioning the transparency of ongoing probes.
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.
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.
Multiple members of parliament are urging authorities to publicly disclose findings from investigations into former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholdings, citing concerns about transparency and public confidence.