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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has begun investigating the Royal Commission of Inquiry's damaging report on Tabung Haji, deploying eight officers to the pilgrimage fund's headquarters to gather evidence and interview officials.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has flagged additional suspects in its inquiry into the hacking of the MyIMMs immigration platform, which was exploited to illegally process employment permits.
The MACC has formed a special task force to scrutinise the recently released Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, examining potential breaches involving corruption, misappropriation, and money laundering between 2014 and 2020.
Bersatu Youth is pushing for the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and police to move quickly on investigating alleged mismanagement at Lembaga Tabung Haji during the previous BN government's tenure.
Malaysia's anti-corruption authority will spearhead a regional training initiative on asset recovery, drawing on lessons from the 1MDB case to help Southeast Asian nations combat financial crimes.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's chief commissioner has reassured the public that MACC will maintain professional standards, transparency and integrity despite public concerns about its investigations.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has broken up a criminal network that exploited vulnerabilities in the MyIMMs immigration database to generate fraudulent employment documentation, exposing significant security gaps.
Melaka has implemented over 200 initiatives to strengthen integrity and governance, securing recognition as Malaysia's second-best performing state in anti-corruption efforts.
Timor-Leste's admission to the ASEAN Parties Against Corruption marks a significant expansion of the regional anti-graft coalition. Malaysia's MACC chief highlighted strengthened cooperation and commitment across Southeast Asia.
President Marcos declared his administration will not spare family members or political allies from anticorruption efforts, citing the ongoing investigation into his cousin, former Speaker Martin Romualdez, over a multibillion-peso flood control scandal.
Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission will host the 22nd Asean-PAC meeting in Kuala Lumpur, bringing together regional anti-graft agencies to coordinate efforts against corruption and share enforcement strategies.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will host the 22nd ASEAN-PAC Secretariat Meeting in Melaka from July 28-30, bringing together anti-corruption agencies from across Southeast Asia and international partners to tackle emerging corruption challenges and strengthen regional cooperation.
Twelve Malaysian police officers across multiple ranks have been detained following allegations that they extorted RM2 million from a Chinese national, marking a significant development in anti-corruption efforts.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission officer has challenged the defence's contention that Penang incurred no losses when transferring state land to cover feasibility study expenses for the undersea tunnel project in an ongoing corruption trial.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested two senior officials of a non-governmental organisation on suspicion of laundering RM5 million in funds. The arrests signal intensified scrutiny of financial management within the NGO sector.
Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke is under pressure to clarify details of a RM178mil Vehicle Entry Permit contract allegedly awarded to a company owned by Nasir Baki, whose brother previously headed the anti-corruption agency.
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, claiming he had no knowledge of the transaction.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says preliminary assessments found no wrongdoing in KWAP's controversial RM163.4 million investment in Indonesian aquaculture firm eFishery, though the MACC will proceed with its investigation.
Authorities in Kelantan have arrested a police station chief suspected of accepting a RM500 bribe from a UN refugee card holder, prompting fresh scrutiny of graft in the force.
Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad appeared at Kuala Lumpur Court Complex to receive the verdict in a RM2.8 million corruption abetment case, marking a significant moment in Malaysia's ongoing graft proceedings.
Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad faces a crucial court decision tomorrow as the Sessions Court is set to deliver its verdict on three charges related to abetting in a RM2.8 million corruption case.
Ouyang Weimin, who led China Development Bank until 2023, is under investigation for serious disciplinary and legal violations. The probe reflects Beijing's ongoing anti-corruption campaign under President Xi Jinping.
The United States has returned more than USD1.37 billion in assets connected to 1MDB fund misappropriation to Malaysia, according to Minister Azalina Othman Said. Additional funds remain frozen in US and foreign jurisdictions.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Customs Department are establishing a joint task force to enhance port enforcement activities and improve tax collection efficiency across Malaysia's maritime gateways.
Malaysia's anti-corruption commission has opened a formal inquiry into a RM200 million investment loss by the Employees Provident Fund in Indonesia's eFishery, raising questions about corporate governance and fiduciary responsibilities.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has opened a formal investigation into RM200 million in losses suffered by the Retirement Fund (Incorporated) following its investment in Indonesian aquaculture technology company eFishery.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has identified institutional resistance and entrenched interests as the principal barriers to Malaysia's reform agenda, rather than technical or human resource constraints.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency and customs department are establishing a joint task force to combat illicit activities at major ports, including smuggling and false declarations, addressing industry concerns about enforcement gaps.
Cropmate Bhd announced that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has unfrozen all previously restricted bank accounts belonging to the fertiliser manufacturer and its subsidiary following an anti-money laundering investigation.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has rolled out 16 reform measures following a damning anti-corruption score of 0.08 per cent out of a possible 5 per cent. The overhaul includes new oversight committees, capped mayoral spending powers, and expanded online services.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Royal Malaysian Customs Department are establishing a task force to monitor enforcement and tax collection at the country's major ports, addressing corruption risks and revenue leakage.
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, held a formal audience with MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman at Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur, underscoring the monarchy's engagement with anti-corruption efforts.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has introduced six governance improvements aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in how maintenance grants are distributed to non-Muslim houses of worship across Malaysia.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has submitted governance proposals targeting non-Muslim worship sites, responding to investigations uncovering instances where facilities failed to execute approved maintenance despite allocating government funding.
Kim Ha-soo, former chief of South Korea's Cheongdo county, was discovered dead on a mountain while facing multiple corruption investigations, including allegations of receiving illegal payments for promotions.
Indonesia's chief anti-corruption prosecutor has stepped down following a police investigation that uncovered substantial sums of cash and gold bars at properties linked to him, intensifying scrutiny of the nation's fight against graft.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and armed forces are deepening their partnership through enhanced intelligence sharing and information exchange to tackle corruption and safeguard national security interests.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Armed Forces have deepened their strategic alliance, focusing on intelligence sharing and governance improvements to combat corruption within defence and public sectors.
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Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has frozen 14 bank accounts and seized RM1.4 million in assets as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged graft within the Foreign Affairs Ministry, signalling intensified enforcement action.
Malaysia's new ILTIZAM Act, effective December 1, 2025, establishes a legal framework to enhance public sector efficiency, transparency and integrity. The government expects gradual improvements in the country's Corruption Perceptions Index through mandatory service reforms.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has frozen RM1.1 million across 14 bank accounts—five corporate and nine personal—as investigators pursue suspected graft within the immigration system.
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Malaysia's anti-corruption body has exonerated former minister Nik Nazmi of wrongdoing regarding financial transfers connected to three elephants at a wildlife facility, concluding its investigation into the high-profile case.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has launched a fresh investigation into a US$13 million overseas property acquisition allegedly connected to diverted 1MDB funds, signalling continued efforts to recover stolen assets from the scandal.
The MACC has opened 81 investigation papers involving 143 companies and detained 98 individuals over alleged irregularities in PERKESO's Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment incentive programme, with estimated losses of RM9 million.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is investigating corruption allegations involving an election candidate accused of vote-buying during the recent Johor state election campaign.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has cleared former Natural Resources Minister Nik Nazmi of involvement in a controversial RM53 million bribe allegation tied to transferring three elephants to Japan.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will interview multiple individuals, including the wife of a former prime minister, regarding a luxury American property investigation connected to 1MDB misappropriated funds.
Ex-law minister Zaid Ibrahim has publicly challenged the Dewan Rakyat Speaker's decision to keep former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholding records private, raising fresh questions about parliamentary transparency and governance accountability.
Transparency International Malaysia is pressing the government to provide a detailed account of ongoing investigations into corporate mafia activities, citing public interest and the need for institutional accountability.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has launched an investigation into Taiping Municipal Council's transfer of three elephants to Tennoji Zoo in Japan, but the probe is restricted to examining documents only, without broader enforcement action.
Any Royal Commission of Inquiry into alleged corporate mafia operations within the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will be determined by investigation findings, legal procedures, and broader public interest considerations.
Malaysia's anti-corruption authority is actively searching for Choo Lee Peng to help clarify her role in an ongoing investigation centred on accusations that an agent deliberately misled a principal.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared an end to the culture of plunder and crony-driven politics, reaffirming the Madani Government's pledge to clean governance and ethical leadership standards.
Malaysia's Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives pledges to eliminate political favouritism and insider connections from business fund applications, opening access directly to eligible entrepreneurs regardless of political affiliation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim asserts that certain political parties are coordinating efforts to destabilise his government because of its uncompromising stance against corruption and abuse of power.
Opposition leader Hamzah has called on the government to clarify why former MACC chief Azam was appointed as adviser to the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre, particularly given his involvement in separate investigations.
Malaysia's Foreign Ministry and the Competition Commission have formalized a strategic partnership aimed at eliminating bid-rigging and cartels from government procurement processes, bringing expert oversight to contract awards.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has concluded its investigation into HG Power Transmission, a unit 86.8% owned by Rohas Tecnic Bhd, with no charges to be filed against the company or its officers.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that Tan Sri Azam Baki's appointment to the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre Advisory Board operates independently from his former position as MACC chief, with the role valid until 2027.
The National Anti-Financial Crime Centre has confirmed that former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki remains a valid member of its Advisory Board, dismissing recent opposition questions about his eligibility to serve.
Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin has challenged the government's rationale for appointing former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki as an adviser to the National Financial Crime Prevention Centre, citing unresolved controversies.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that strengthening governance and eradicating corruption are Malaysia's most pressing priorities, stressing that domestic reform must precede meaningful international contributions.
Ronnie Liu, the former Selangor executive councillor, has raised concerns about ex-MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki's participation in a National Financial Crime Prevention Centre advisory board gathering, questioning the fit of his involvement.
A senior Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission officer has been chosen to attend the FBI's 299th National Academy training programme in the United States, representing Malaysia's commitment to strengthening anti-corruption capacities.
Multiple members of parliament are urging authorities to disclose findings from investigations into former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholdings, citing the need for public accountability and transparent governance.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has appointed five individuals to its Anti-Corruption Advisory Board and Special Committee on Corruption for the 2026-2029 term, signalling a refreshed approach to advisory governance.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has brought its hard-won expertise in recovering 1MDB-linked assets to an OECD forum in Paris, sharing lessons with international counterparts on tackling large-scale financial crimes.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested a senior enforcement officer suspected of receiving a RM50,000 bribe, with a three-day remand order issued for further investigation.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that defeating corruption cannot rest on any single institution, calling instead for coordinated action involving enforcement bodies, Parliament, businesses, and the broader public.
More than 50 non-governmental organisations have petitioned the government to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry to investigate allegations of a 'corporate mafia' network connected to the MACC and its former leader Tan Sri Azam Baki.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman appeared at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya as the Federal Court prepared to deliver its verdict on whether prosecutors should succeed in restoring his seven-year prison sentence for corruption-related violations.
A Sessions Court in Kuantan has ordered former Temerloh district police chief Mohd Azhar Mohd Yusoff to defend himself against 46 corruption charges involving bribes worth RM69,600 between 2019 and 2023.
Iraqi security forces executed large-scale raids across Baghdad's Green Zone early Sunday, detaining numerous parliamentarians and government officials implicated in corruption investigations. The operation signals intensifying pressure on elite circles.
Malaysia has set an ambitious target to rank among the world's top 25 least corrupt nations by 2033. The announcement has sparked public scepticism about whether the commitment signals genuine institutional transformation or merely seasonal political rhetoric.
A High Court has ordered the forfeiture of 23 Rolex watches and jewellery confiscated from the sister-in-law of a former army chief, marking another development in Malaysia's ongoing anti-corruption enforcement.
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A Sessions Court in Ipoh spent two hours reading out 146 corruption charges against a former government engineer, reflecting the scale of a significant graft investigation that underscores ongoing efforts to tackle institutional misconduct.
A former assistant engineer from Kerian's district and land office has been formally charged with 146 counts of accepting bribes totalling RM183,500, with offences allegedly occurring three years ago in Perak.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is deploying five dedicated operation centres across Johor for the 16th state election, enabling public reporting of corruption and abuse of power throughout the campaign period.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has achieved international recognition by securing four finalist nominations at the ICA Compliance Awards APAC 2026, including individual and organisational categories, with winners to be announced in July.
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DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng and his wife Betty Chew will face trial alongside businesswoman Phang Li Koon over allegations of corruption linked to an RM11.6 million Penang development project, marking a significant development in Malaysia's political landscape.
Muda and Parti Sosialis Malaysia have formed a political alliance under the Progressive Bloc, centred on institutional reform, anti-corruption measures, and a people-focused economic agenda for Malaysia.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has mandated that all its personnel submit updated asset declarations within a month, tightening internal governance and setting a stricter tone on financial transparency.
Hungary's parliament is poised to approve anti-corruption legislation under new Prime Minister Peter Magyar, a central plank of broader reforms designed to unblock billions in frozen European Union funding for the country.
Transparency International Malaysia has welcomed clarity from the Attorney-General's Chambers on using compounds in corruption cases but argues the system requires far greater public disclosure to sustain confidence in Malaysia's anti-graft efforts.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has opened an investigation into the transfer of three elephants—Dara, Amoi, and Kelat—from Taiping Zoo to a Japanese facility, amid allegations involving RM53 million in potential misconduct.
China's anti-corruption watchdogs have launched an investigation into Zhu Changjie, the former vice-chairman of Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, for suspected serious breaches of Party discipline and national laws.
An anti-corruption watchdog is calling for the Attorney-General's Chambers and MACC to publish detailed explanations for their decisions to settle corruption cases through compounding, particularly in high-profile matters.
An investigation by Malaysia's anti-corruption body has uncovered systematic fraud affecting the Perkeso Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment scheme, with nearly 1,640 firms implicated in false claims totalling RM45 million.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has identified the misuse of governmental authority as Malaysia's core challenge, moving the national conversation away from communal division toward institutional accountability.
Malaysia's Attorney-General's Chambers has pushed back against criticism of high-profile corruption cases, insisting that charge withdrawals and compound settlements are governed by law and rigorous oversight, rejecting claims they amount to letting offenders off lightly.
Malaysia's Chief Justice Tun Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh has affirmed that anti-corruption authorities possess legitimate legal discretion in determining when to use compounds and settlement agreements in graft-related matters.
The Sultan of Pahang met with MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman at Shahzan House in Ampang to discuss the commission's latest developments and anti-corruption strategies.
Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission and the government have successfully appealed a High Court ruling that held them accountable for malicious prosecution, eliminating a RM900,000 liability judgment.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has prevailed in a significant Court of Appeal decision concerning allegations of malicious prosecution. The court determined that the lower court had incorrectly applied legal principles to the case.
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Malaysia's new MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman has committed to fortifying the anti-corruption body despite acknowledging the challenges ahead in his fresh role leading the nation's premier graft-fighting agency.
Newly appointed MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman has described his opening month leading the anti-corruption body as demanding yet constructive, committing to sweeping institutional improvements.
The Raja of Perlis has urged citizens to embrace integrity and reject corruption, emphasizing that genuine national progress depends on knowledge, character and societal values rather than physical development alone.
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MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman has committed to advancing the anti-corruption agency despite acknowledging significant adjustment challenges in his opening month, having transitioned from the judiciary.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has launched a major crackdown on fraudulent claims under Daya Kerjaya 2.0, with investigations spanning 1,638 companies and RM45 million in suspected false submissions.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigators have dismantled a coordinated fraud operation in which company owners, agents and accountants misused personal information to illegally obtain approximately RM9 million from a government wage incentive programme.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is introducing a cadet corps programme in schools nationwide. The initiative will roll out in stages at selected institutions before expanding to reach students across the country.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is rolling out a new cadet corps programme in schools nationwide, aiming to cultivate integrity and anti-corruption awareness among students from an early age.
A former committee member of Pertubuhan Ikram Malaysia has claimed trial to 158 charges of misusing his position for personal gain over five years, highlighting ongoing concerns about financial accountability in the NGO sector.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is leveraging the 5th Youth Film Festival at Universiti Sains Malaysia in Penang to embed anti-corruption values into Malaysia's creative youth sector and strengthen grassroots integrity awareness.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's new Sabah headquarters on Jalan Sepanggar is nearing completion at 90 per cent, with the facility expected to open by year-end. The dedicated building will consolidate three separate offices into one.
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A senior official at Pertubuhan Ikram Malaysia has entered a not guilty plea to 158 corruption charges involving approximately RM98 million in alleged misappropriation, marking a significant development in a high-profile graft investigation.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is piloting an anti-corruption cadet corps programme in selected schools, aiming to cultivate integrity and strengthen ethical values among students from an early age.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will prosecute an individual on 158 charges related to public fund misappropriation under Op Sutra at Shah Alam Sessions Court.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Transparency International have pledged to expand their collaborative efforts against corruption, with Malaysia's Corruption Perceptions Index score improving to 52 points.