Tan Sri Azam Baki emphasizes the need for transparency and integrity in managing political funds to prevent abuse of power and irregularities.
Malaysian Anti- Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki stressed the importance of stricter policies to ensure transparency and integrity in controlling political funds. He emphasized that money politics posed a significant risk of abuse of power and irregularities, potentially undermining the effectiveness of government administration.
Azam highlighted the need for compliance with ethical codes by politicians and proactive measures to prevent public fund leakage and conflicts of interest. He believed these steps were crucial for restoring public trust in government and safeguarding the nation's well-being. Recently, MACC held an engagement session with Negeri Sembilan state assemblymen, focusing on strengthening governance, integrity, and anti-corruption policies. The session aimed to educate lawmakers about their role in upholding integrity within government. Azam noted that Malaysia's unchanged ranking in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024 presented a challenge, urging intensified efforts to combat corruption and achieve a target ranking of 25th place within the next decade. He underscored the necessity of collaboration between state leadership and the community to effectively advance the anti-corruption agenda for the betterment of the nation
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