Abdul Halim Aman appointed as MACC chief commissioner from May 13, succeeding Azam Baki, with royal consent and government confidence in his integrity.
PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman has been appointed as the new Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), effective from May 13.
In a statement issued today, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar confirmed that the appointment received the consent of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
The appointment is in accordance with Subsection 5(1) of the MACC Act 2009 (Act 694), which stipulates that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong appoints the Chief Commissioner on the advice of the Prime Minister.
The government expressed full confidence in the new appointee’s ability to lead the commission.
“The government is confident that Abdul Halim, with his extensive experience and strong integrity, will further strengthen governance, boost public confidence and intensify anti-corruption efforts in the country,” the statement read.
Abdul Halim will succeed Tan Sri Azam Baki, whose tenure is set to conclude on 12 May.
Azam Baki has led the MACC since March 2020, having received three one-year extensions to his initial term.
A seasoned legal professional, Abdul Halim has a distinguished career in the Malaysian judiciary.
Before his retirement in 2023, he served as a High Court judge in Shah Alam, Johor Bahru, and Penang.
He also previously held posts as a Judicial Commissioner in Temerloh and Kuantan.
