PUTRAJAYA: The findings of the investigation into Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki’s share ownership will be made public once all related probes are fully completed, says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.
The Communications Minister and government spokesman reiterated the Cabinet's commitment, particularly from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, to ensure transparency on the matter.
"The commitment from the Cabinet, specifically from the Prime Minister, is that once both aspects of the investigation are completed, it will indeed be announced. That is the commitment from the Prime Minister.
"For now, we leave it to the Chief Secretary to the Government (Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar). As published in a statement yesterday, there are processes that need to be followed, so we leave it to the Chief Secretary," he told reporters at the Communications Ministry on Wednesday (April 1).
Fahmi was responding to a question on whether the report regarding Azam’s shareholding would be made public and when that would happen.
On Monday, Bukit Aman Amla Investigation Unit chief Datuk Fazlisyam Abd Majid said controversial businessman Victor Chin was among 10 individuals detained in December last year and has since been released on police bail. But, he may be recalled if necessary.
Fazlisyam said the remaining nine detainees, which comprise six men and three women, have been released on bail while 40 others have been called in to provide statements.
Fazlisyam said the operation begin in Oct last year based on acquired intelligence about money laundering activities dating back to 2018.
On Tuesday (March 31), Shamsul said the Attorney General’s Chamber (AGC) will initiate action against Bloomberg in relation to claims that Anwar interfered in the disclosure of findings into Azam’s shareholdings.
Shamsul had denied the foreign news agency’s report on March 30, which claimed the Prime Minister instructed a special committee to delay a report on investigations into Azam.
The issue surrounding Azam’s share ownership has drawn public attention in recent years, with calls for transparency and accountability in handling the matter.
Putrajaya has since reiterated that current proceedings are conducted in line with regulations, while cautioning against unverified claims that could affect public confidence in the process.
