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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has made its debut at the ICA Compliance Awards APAC 2026, securing finalist nominations across four categories including Compliance Leader of the Year and Rising Star Award, demonstrating the agency's growing international standing.
The Court of Appeal has upheld corruption and money laundering charges against DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng, his wife Betty Chew, and businesswoman Phang Li Koon. Their legal bid to dismiss the case has been rejected, clearing the way for a full trial.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has directed its personnel to submit updated asset declarations within thirty days, signalling a push to reinforce institutional accountability and ethical standards across its ranks.
DAP advisor Lim Guan Eng, his wife Betty Chew, and businesswoman Phang Li Koon face a critical hearing tomorrow on charges related to a RM11.6 million foreign workers' hostel project.
Hungary's parliament is set to approve anti-corruption measures under new Prime Minister Peter Magyar's reform initiative, targeting the recovery of billions in suspended European Union funding tied to governance concerns.
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Malaysia's Natural Resources Ministry has committed to full cooperation with anti-corruption authorities investigating the controversial transfer of three elephants from Taiping Zoo to Osaka, Japan, amid allegations of financial irregularities.
Transparency International Malaysia has endorsed the Attorney-General's Chambers' explanation on using compounds in corruption cases, yet argues that significantly enhanced transparency is essential to preserve public trust in Malaysia's anti-corruption mechanisms.
A Spanish court has handed down a 24-year prison sentence to José Luis Abalos, former transport minister and top aide to PM Pedro Sánchez, over corruption convictions.
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The MACC has launched an investigation into the controversial transfer of three elephants from Taiping Zoo to Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, following allegations of financial irregularities and possible corruption in the RM53 million transaction.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has opened an investigation into the controversial transfer of three Asian elephants from Zoo Taiping to Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, Japan, raising questions about procedural transparency.
China's anti-corruption bodies have launched an investigation into Zhu Changjie, the former vice-chairman of Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, for alleged serious breaches of Communist Party discipline and state laws.
An anti-corruption watchdog is pressing Malaysia's Attorney-General's Chambers and the MACC to publicly explain their decisions to compound corruption cases, especially high-profile matters, citing transparency concerns.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has uncovered a significant fraud scheme involving 1,638 companies falsely claiming incentives under the Perkeso Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme, resulting in RM45 million in losses and raising serious questions about programme governance.
Malaysia's Chief Justice has reaffirmed that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission possesses inherent legal discretion to issue compounds and negotiate settlements in corruption-related investigations, a power that sits squarely within enforcement agencies' mandates.
Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission and the government have successfully appealed a High Court decision that had held them liable for malicious prosecution, overturning a RM900,000 judgment against the corruption watchdog.
The Sultan of Pahang has received Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman for an hour-long audience at Shahzan House in Ampang, where the MACC presented briefings on its latest developments and integrity-strengthening efforts.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has won a significant court victory after the Court of Appeal overturned a lower court ruling that had permitted a company director to pursue a malicious prosecution claim against MACC.
MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman has signalled his commitment to reforming the anti-corruption agency, characterising his initial month at the top as a period of both challenge and progress.
Malaysia's High Court has rejected Bersatu's attempt to lift a freeze on its bank accounts, finding the party could not demonstrate that the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission had overstepped its authority.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has launched a major crackdown on fraudulent claims under the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment incentive programme, uncovering misconduct spanning 1,638 firms and RM45 million in false declarations.
Malaysia's newly appointed MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman has committed to advancing the anti-corruption agency despite acknowledging the steep transition from his previous role as a High Court judge.
The MACC has uncovered a coordinated fraud scheme in which company owners, agents and accountants misused personal data to illegally claim approximately RM9 million from a government employment incentive programme.
A chief executive officer of a statutory body is facing seven corruption charges relating to allegations of soliciting and accepting bribes totalling more than RM1 million in connection with sports facility projects.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is leveraging the creative power of cinema to strengthen its anti-corruption messaging, partnering with Universiti Sains Malaysia to engage younger audiences through the 5th Youth Film Festival in Penang.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested 13 individuals, including a government agency director, in a sweeping operation targeting alleged collusion in contract procurement. The suspected cartel scheme has triggered fresh scrutiny of public sector tendering processes.
A former official at Islamic foundation Ikram has claimed trial on 158 charges involving RM98 million in alleged gratification, with proceedings taking nearly two hours to read out the charges.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will introduce a cadet corps programme in schools through a staged approach, beginning at chosen institutions before rolling out across the country.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Transparency International have pledged to expand their partnership in tackling corruption and strengthening governance frameworks at national and international levels.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's new Sabah headquarters is 90% complete and expected to open by year-end. The facility will consolidate three separate offices into one location, boosting operational efficiency.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is piloting an anti-corruption cadet corps in selected schools to promote integrity and instil anti-graft values among young people from an early age.
An anti-corruption movement has rebranded itself while intensifying calls for a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission. The group plans to deliver a memorandum to Parliament on June 30.
Property developer Tropicana Corp Bhd has joined forces with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission to strengthen its environmental, social and governance framework and reinforce corporate integrity measures.
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Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry has thrown its weight behind the MACC's inquiry into suspected misconduct linked to the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 initiative, according to statements from ministry officials.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's chief commissioner has issued a directive requiring all personnel to disclose their assets within one month, part of efforts to strengthen institutional integrity and restore public confidence.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has introduced five core leadership principles designed to reinforce its commitment to integrity and professional standards in combating graft.
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Investigators have identified fictitious staff and falsified records connected to a RM9 million employment scheme in what appears to be a significant graft operation.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog in Terengganu has been encouraged to forge deeper partnerships with state-level organisations to boost programme effectiveness and public service delivery.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has reshuffled several senior officials following the appointment of new Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman, signalling potential changes in the agency's operational direction.
Transparency International Malaysia has raised concerns about an emerging trend of resolving corruption cases through financial settlements, fearing it could entrench a problematic culture of purchasing legal relief.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has introduced MACCAMPUS, an artificial intelligence-enabled digital platform aimed at improving anti-corruption instruction in higher education institutions nationwide.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is rolling out Maccampus, a new mobile application designed to educate students on corruption prevention and ethical conduct.
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The Malaysian Immigration Department has dismissed 77 officers since 2022 in a stringent campaign against integrity violations. The department chief highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen internal discipline and root out corrupt practices.
The Chief Justice has put forward a proposal to create a cadet corps within the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, aiming to engage young Malaysians in fighting corruption and raising public awareness.
Malaysia's Chief Justice Datuk Seri Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh has called for MACC cadet corps in schools to build anti-corruption awareness among students early on.
The MACC plans to appeal a High Court ruling that dismissed its request to freeze RM548 million in Singapore funds allegedly connected to Na'imah and her son, signalling the anti-corruption body's determination to pursue the case further.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has opened investigation files against two individuals regarding Sunway's voluntary acquisition of IJM Corporation. The probe comes as authorities examine details surrounding the corporate transaction.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is investigating two individuals linked to a proposed share acquisition of IJM. MACC chief Abd Halim Aman acknowledged the transaction itself adhered to legal and regulatory requirements.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained eight individuals as part of an ongoing investigation into Padini Holdings. Chief Commissioner Azam Baki indicated that authorities are actively pursuing another 15 people to provide statements.