MACC chief says commission will intensify asset recovery efforts and bankrupt corrupt individuals next year, focusing on high-profile cases
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will intensify efforts next year to recover every sen of the country’s embezzled assets.
Chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said this aligns with the commission’s strategy to reduce leakages.
He stated the MACC is determined to bankrupt those engaged in corruption to prevent them from enjoying illicit gains.
The commission will prioritise more aggressive investigations into large-scale, high-profile cases.
This ensures individuals with positions, power or wealth do not escape legal action.
“The public is growing wiser in evaluating, and demand a new more effective approach in anti-corruption operations, prevention and education at all levels,” he said.
Azam spoke during the 2025 International Anti-Corruption Day celebrations officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
He added the MACC needs to transform its approach to curb corruption to remain relevant.
Boosting officers’ capabilities through modern investigation techniques is also a priority.
“Strategic partnerships with local and international agencies will also be intensified to track down missing or stolen assets,” he added.
Various legal reforms are being conducted under the National Anti-Corruption Strategy.
These include laws regarding procurement, the Freedom of Information Act and amendments to the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010.
Deferred Prosecution Agreements and tax deduction incentives for companies with anti-corruption programmes are among planned improvements for next year. – Bernama
