PUTRAJAYA : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will use the results of the 2024 Study on Corruption in Malaysia (MaCoS) as an important reference in formulating comprehensive initiatives and actions to combat corruption in the country

'MACC must act firmly and fairly.'

PUTRAJAYA : A chairman of a non-governmental organisation (NGO) has been remanded on suspicion of being involved in money laundering and using proceeds of corruption through personal accounts, his company, and those of relatives and associates. According to a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) source, the male suspect in his 30s was arrested at around 2.30 pm yesterday while giving a statement at the MACC headquarters here

The suspect was arrested yesterday after giving his statement to the MACC.

MACC chief refuses to comment on whether there will be more arrests.

PUTRAJAYA : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has identified the chairman of a non-governmental organisation (NGO) in Melaka as the main suspect in a case involving the misappropriation of RM26 million in public donations meant for charitable purposes

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the commissions deputy public prosecutors are overburdened with cases and called for additional appointments to help ease the backlog

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has filed a forfeiture application for the Menar...

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has filed a forfeiture application for the Menara Ilham building linked to the late former finance minister, Tun Daim Zainuddin

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Azam Baki has said that some RM11 million in sukuk funds meant for the Maju Expressway extension (MEX II) was spent instead on cryptocurrency, which was then used to […] The post RM11 million sukuk for MEX II spent on crypto – MACC appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .

PUTRAJAYA : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that the investigation into former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has been completed, and a forfeiture application for cash amounting to RM170 million is expected to be filed within the next two weeks

PUTRAJAYA - The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that the investigation into former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has been completed, and a forfeiture application for cash amounting to RM170 million is expected to be filed within the next two weeks.MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the investigation papers have been submitted to the Attorney Generals Chambers, and the Deputy Public Prosecutor has agreed to proceed with the application for forfeiture of the cash."The affidavit application and related documents are being prepared

PUTRAJAYA (June 25): The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today announced plans to file a forfeiture application involving RM170 million in connection with its corruption and money laundering investigation into former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob

PUTRAJAYA The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is proceeding with a forfeiture application today for Ilham Tower, owned by the late Tun Che Abdul Daim Zainuddin, better known as Tun Daim Zainuddin.MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the forfeiture action concerning the building, located on Jalan Binjai in Kuala Lumpur, is being carried out at the Kuala Lumpur High Court on Wednesday.He said that MACC would file several related documents in relation to the forfeiture of Ilham Tower and other assets belonging to the late Tun Daim.Azam clarified that MACCs investigation team needed to prepare various facts to support the forfeiture filing for Ilham Tower.He also confirmed that several other assets were expected to be subject to forfeiture applications in the near future.For the forfeiture of immovable property involving Ilham Tower, proceedings are underway through the Kuala Lumpur High Court.The civil forfeiture application without prosecution for Ilham Tower is being made under Section 56 of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLATFPUAA 2001).However, this is not a straightforward matter, as the process involves numerous steps and the documentation related to Ilham Tower is also extensive, he said during a press conference at MACC headquarters here on Wednesday.Commenting further on the development regarding the late Tun Daims overseas assets, Azam said authorities in the United Kingdom (UK) have enforced a freezing order on assets belonging to the former finance minister.According to Azam, the UK authorities has agreed to the application previously submitted by MACC concerning Tun Daims assets in that country.He said MACC filed the application in court on June 5, covering all assets belonging to the former national leader, estimated to be worth RM700 million.He added that some amendments were made to certain matters and duly communicated to the UK authorities.According to him, UK authorities proceeded with the asset freeze based on MACCs request.On Tuesday, UK authorities filed a restraining order and agreed to our (MACCs) application.The defendant did file a challenge in this case, but it was made to request a court hearing on the case management, he said.

PUTRAJAYA: Criminal charges against Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob have yet to be decided, says the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC)

PUTRAJAYA : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has detected the use of RM11 million in digital currency, believed to be proceeds from the misappropriation of sukuk funds meant for highway construction, involving several individual and company accounts

PUTRAJAYA (June 25): The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today said it will file an appeal to the Federal Court after the Court of Appeal this morning overturned Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman’s corruption conviction and sentence handed down by the High Court

PUTRAJAYA, June 25 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today announced plans to file a forfeiture applicat...

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested five individuals, including three enforcement officers, for allegedly abetting in the illegal registration of foreign workers under the Immigration Department's Labour Recalibration Programme

DPM adds he has full confidence in MACC's investigation.

A troubling erosion of civility, Dzulkifli says.

KOTA KINABALU, June 23 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Sabah has detained another state assemblyman...

KUALA LUMPUR - The Sabah Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested another state assemblyman on suspicion of soliciting and receiving bribes totalling approximately RM150,000 in connection with the issuance of a mining license in the state.According to sources, the suspect, a man in his 40s, was arrested at 9.30 am this morning when he appeared to give a statement at the Sabah MACC office."The suspect, who is also an assistant minister, is believed to have committed the act around 2023 and 2024."The investigation also found that the suspect had allegedly requested and received a bribe worth approximately RM150,000 from an individual with the title Datuk, supposedly to help manage the application for a mining license in the state," he said.Meanwhile, MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki when contacted confirmed the arrest and said that the case is being investigated under Section 16 (a)(A) of the MACC Act 2009.He added that the suspect was released after his statement was taken on MACC bail of RM50,000 with one surety and will be charged in the near future.Earlier on June 18, MACC was reported to have detained a businessman and an assemblyman with the title of 'datuk' on suspicion of requesting and receiving bribes involving the same issue.The two were later released on bail of RM100,000 and RM50,000 respectively after giving statements

KUALA LUMPUR: Senior lawyer Datuk Dr Gurdial Singh Nijar has criticised the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) for obtaining an ex parte order to freeze millions of assets linked to the family of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, calling the move a breach of natural justice

The bill also aims to establish a specific legal framework to regulate the government procurement process, in addition to detailing the powers of stakeholders and enhancing check-and-balance mechanisms to ensure good governance in line with international best practices. The proposal and draft structure of the bill were presented by the Government Procurement Division of the Ministry of Finance, led by its secretary Datuk Norison Ramli, during an engagement session with Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki at the MACC headquarters here today

KOTA KINABALU (June 19): Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Sabah fully supports the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC)’s investigation into the mining licence corruption scandal involving several state assemblymen

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that the individual set to be char...

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that the person set to be charged alongside two Sabah assemblymen in connection with a corruption case involving mineral mining licences is not protected under the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested two individuals with the title Datuk on suspicion of soliciting and accepting bribes amounting to RM200,000, in connection with the issuance of mining licences in Sabah

KOTA KINABALU : Digital innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology in work processes, taxation, e-commerce, and ESG (environmental, social and governance) reporting hold significant potential to enhance audit quality and facilitate greater compliance. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said that while advanced technologies bring numerous benefits, they also present new opportunities for corruption, fraud, and abuse of trust if not properly governed

MELAKA : The chairman and secretary of a temple association in the state have been remanded for six days until Monday (June 23) to assist in the investigation into the embezzlement of RM50,000 from the house of worship last year. Magistrate Uthman Abd Ghani granted the remand application by the Melaka Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) against the two men, aged 61 and 75, to assist in the investigation under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009

UPDATED 1.15PM Arrests underway, MACC confirms suspects are being called in for questioning.

KOTA KINABALU (June 18): The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will charge three individuals, two of whom are state assemblymen, here in connection with the Op Adun investigation, said Tan Sri Azam Baki

This is over Arifin's alleged settlement offer, MACC resumes questioning whistleblower.

KOTA KINABALU, June 18 The Sabah chapter of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today detained a civil ser...

KANGAR : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has detained two men in connection with an investigation into false claims involving more than RM2 million in 2022

PUTRAJAYA: The Consultation and Corruption Prevention Panel (PPPR) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has proposed a national anti-corruption campaign aimed at embedding long-term reform through governance and education

PUTRAJAYA : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Consultation and Corruption Prevention Panel (PPPR) has proposed a national anti-corruption campaign aimed at embedding long-term reform through governance and education

Sivashangari and is effective from today until June 23. Earlier, the suspect, dressed in an orange lock-up uniform, arrived at the Ayer Keroh Court Complex at around 9 am, escorted by several Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) officers

UPDATED 11.20AM Mahajoth says client not informed why MACC wants fourth meeting.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Melaka has arrested the director of the finan...

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Melaka has arrested the director of the finance department of a local authority in the state on suspicion of abusing his power by using RM50 million of the authoritys funds to invest in shares

KUALA LUMPUR - The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is scheduled to resume recording a statement this Thursday from an individual with the title Tan Sri, as part of investigations into the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds for a highway construction project in the Klang Valley.Its Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, when contacted, confirmed that the statement will be recorded at the individual's residence in the federal capital at 9am.On June 11, the MACC recorded an initial statement from the individual over a six-hour period, which was temporarily halted due to health reasons.Earlier, media reports stated that the MACC had seized various assets, including handbags, jewellery, luxury vehicles, watches, cash and high-end properties, collectively estimated at RM32 million, believed to belong to a highway concessionaire bearing the Tan Sri title

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is scheduled to resume recording a statement this Thursday from an individual with the title Tan Sri, as part of investigations into the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds for a highway construction project in the Klang Valley

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is scheduled to resume recording a statement...

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested five individuals suspected of embezzling RM26 million in public donations from a non-governmental organisation (NGO)

ALOR SETAR (June 15): Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) officers are encouraged to adopt new technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), to strengthen efforts in combating corruption

ALOR SETAR: Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) officers are encouraged to adopt new technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), to strengthen efforts in combating corruption

KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has seized RM141 million in domestic assets and...

KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 The Selangor Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested the chairman of a non-gove...

KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has obtained a forfeiture order against USD954,2...

He wants to bring a 'fresh breath of life' to the party.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has seized another RM16 million worth of luxury...

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has obtained a forfeiture order against USD954,299.58 (approximately RM4.05 million) held in a BSI Bank account in Switzerland, linked to the misappropriation of 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) funds

KUALA LUMPUR - The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has obtained a forfeiture order against USD954,299.58 (approximately RM4.05 million) held in a BSI Bank account in Switzerland, linked to the misappropriation of 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) funds.In a statement today, the MACC said this marks the commissions first successful recovery of overseas assets without having to pursue prosecution.The High Courts approval was granted by Justice K Muniandy after the deputy public prosecutor informed the court that there were no objections or claims raised by any party during proceedings before the High Court (Criminal Division 2) in Kuala Lumpur earlier today.In his judgment, Justice Muniandy allowed the forfeiture of the funds held in a bank account under the name Derivale Limited, with Azlin Alias named as the beneficiary

KUALA LUMPUR: The Selangor Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested the chairman of a non-governmental organisation (NGO) in connection with alleged misappropriation of the NGOs funds

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has seized another RM16 million worth of luxury items linked to the misuse of sukuk funds for the construction of a highway in Klang Valley believed to be owned by a concession holder with the title of Tan Sri yesterday

KUALA LUMPUR - The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has seized another RM16 million worth of luxury items linked to the misuse of sukuk funds for the construction of a highway in Klang Valley believed to be owned by a concession holder with the title of Tan Sri yesterday.The MACC said the seizure at the individuals residence in Bandar Tasik Selatan, Cheras included 84 luxury bags worth about RM3 million, 11 branded watches (about RM1 million), gold bars, coins and statues (about RM3 million), diamonds and jewellery (about RM4 million)."A luxury casino equipment set estimated to be worth RM150,000 was also seized, the commission said in a statement, adding that a secret vault that stored weapons and ammunition was discovered but the weapons were not seized as they were registered under the security company the individual owned.An Anti Corruption Tactical Squad (ACTS) conducted the search of the individuals residence as he was suspected to be keeping weapons in the vault."The MACC received information that there was a vault storing valuables, including weapons, linked to the case in his residence."The presence of the ACTS team was to ensure safety and to escort officers and seized items back to the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya, the commission added.Meanwhile, MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed the search and seizure and did not deny the possibility that there would be other seizures linked to the case.He said that the process of taking the individuals statement had to be postponed to a later date due to health factors.The MACC had previously seized a total of RM143 million worth of valuables linked to the case

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested four individuals, including three committee members of a non-governmental organisation (NGO), on suspicion of conspiring to misappropriate funds belonging to the NGO where they work

BANGI - The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has shortened the investigation period for high-profile cases from one and a half years to just six months, thanks to the implementation of new approaches, including upskilling officers and utilising the latest technology.MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said one of the main factors that enabled the shorter investigation period was the improvement of investigation modules and systems by reviewing outdated elements in the commission's procedures."In the past, one high-profile case could take us about one and a half years to complete the investigation papers, but now we can complete them within six months

BANGI : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has shortened the investigation period for high-profile cases from one and a half years to just six months, thanks to the implementation of new approaches, including upskilling officers and utilising the latest technology

BANGI: Certain individuals will be charged soon in connection with a corruption scandal allegedly linked to Sabah state assemblymen, said Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki

BANGI - Certain individuals will be charged soon in connection with a corruption scandal allegedly linked to Sabah state assemblymen, said Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki."I will announce it in a very short time; one or two will be charged in court," he told reporters after attending the second MACC Accredited Law Enforcement Programme Convocation here today

MACC chief also hints that there will be more prosecutions to come.

BANGI : Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki today confirmed that investigations are ongoing into the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds involving a prominent individual bearing the title Tan Sri

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki has confirmed t...

KUALA LUMPUR, June 12 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commissions (MACC) tactical squad was seen entering the residence...

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has questioned a Tan Sri for six hours in connection with an investigation into the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds meant for a Klang Valley highway project

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) have expressed full support for the governments ongoing efforts to improve the Whistleblower Protection Act

KUALA LUMPUR - The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today recorded the statement of an individual with the title "Tan Sri for six hours in connection with the investigation into the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds for the construction of a highway in the Klang Valley.MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the process of recording the statement, which began at about 9am, ended at 3pm and will continue tomorrow.He said that due to the Tan Sris health condition, the process of recording the statement was conducted at his house in the Klang Valley."So far, MACC has recorded statements from 52 witnesses, including the Tan Sri and his family members...the same process will continue tomorrow, Azam said when contacted today.Meanwhile, it was reported that the MACC also conducted a raid at the Tan Sris residence in Melaka, but nothing was seized or confiscated.Previously, it was reported that the MACC seized various assets, including handbags, jewellery, luxury vehicles, watches, cash, and a luxury residence, estimated at approximately RM32 million, believed to belong to a highway concessionaire with the title Tan Sri - BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today recorded the statement of an individual with the title Tan Sri for six hours in connection with the investigation into the alleged misappropriation of sukuk funds for the construction of a highway in the Klang Valley

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today recorded the statement of an individual wi...

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today took a statement from an individual with t...

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today took a statement from an individual with the title Tan Sri in connection with the embezzlement of sukuk funds for the construction of a highway in the Klang Valley