Curbing public sector graft will need strong checks, balances and reforms too, says Lam Thye

PETALING JAYA: Robust checks and balances and structural reforms, on top of the recent pay hike for civil servants, are needed to successfully curb corruption in the public sector, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye (pic).

The Malaysian Integrity Institute member said without a shift in mindset and culture surrounding public service, higher pay might not deter corrupt practices.