PETALING JAYA: All personnel of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) are now required to declare their involvement in non-governmental organisations (NGOs), says Tan Sri Azam Baki.
The MACC chief commissioner said the move was a proactive step to prevent conflicts of interest and safeguard the commission’s credibility.
“This is a proactive step to ensure the MACC’s image remains intact, especially in light of cases involving the misuse of NGOs that could have serious implications if not handled carefully,” he said.
He said this at the commission’s monthly assembly at its headquarters on Thursday (April 23).
Azam also urged officers to strengthen financial discipline and practise prudent spending amid global economic uncertainties driven by geopolitical conflicts.
“All divisions and state MACC offices must optimise the use of resources, including electricity, water and fuel, while improving the efficiency of vehicle management,” he said.
In his speech, Azam also urged MACC officers to enhance integrity and master emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), in facing increasingly complex global challenges.
“The use of AI is no longer an option, but a strategic necessity in strengthening investigations and prosecutions. This technology is believed to improve productivity, speed up case resolution and enhance the organisation’s overall capability,” he said.
He also stressed the importance for all officers to understand and fully embrace the Three-Pronged Approach, which forms the core of the MACC Strategic Plan 2026–2030.
“The strategy comprises effective enforcement, comprehensive anti-corruption prevention and efficient organisational management,” he said.
