Watchdogs call for Act to keep govt procurement in check


PETALING JAYA: A comprehensive Public Procurement Act with enforceable legal powers to address long-standing weaknesses in government procurement is urgently needed, say experts and watchdog groups. 

Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) president Raymon Ram (pic) said the Act must include transparency standards, independent oversight, legal sanctions for non-compliance, whistleblower protections and clear procurement dispute mechanisms. 

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