JOHOR BARU: A list of names for the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner’s post has been submitted to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who disclosed the information, said the new chief commissioner would be announced soon.
“I have discussed the matter with His Majesty, and I will announce it soon,” he said after having lunch at Pasar Tani Permas Jaya here yesterday.
Earlier in the morning, Anwar had an audience with Sultan Ibrahim and Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim at Istana Pasir Pelangi.
On Thursday, Sultan Ibrahim said he would personally decide on the appointment of the MACC chief commissioner. The King said there was no need for any party to politicise the matter.
His Majesty said the post was crucial in ensuring that the MACC continued to function effectively as the country’s primary institution in combating corruption, abuses of power and misconduct.
Meanwhile, Anwar said the government was set to implement drastic measures to reduce energy usage with the geopolitical situation escalating.
This includes limiting the movement of Cabinet members and ministry officials, he said, adding that the matter depends on the National Economic Action Council.
“This step is necessary to prevent Malaysia from facing the rationing phase as in other countries following the global situation,” he said.
Asked about the need to postpone state elections to help reduce energy consumption, Anwar said the matter was still being discussed.
He also said the government was in talks with Iran to allow safe passage for two Malaysian vessels at the Strait of Hormuz.
“Although the Iranian government, especially the president, has allowed us to pass through, talks are still ongoing.
“One has arrived; one more is on its way. But two more that have departed are facing some obstacles, so we are still negotiating,” he said.
