BANGI: The fight against corruption is becoming increasingly complex due to more sophisticated and evolving tactics involving digital technology and cross-border transactions, says Tan Sri Azam Baki.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner said the changing landscape requires officers to uphold higher standards of professionalism, transparency and integrity.
He said the MACC is also grappling with issues of public perception and trust in an era of borderless information, where enforcement is constantly scrutinised both locally and internationally.
"It is crucial for us to continue strengthening organisational resilience as well as enhance staff competency and a culture of integrity," he said at the MACC Excellent Service Awards (APC) 2025 ceremony at the Bangi Avenue Convention Centre here on Tuesday (May 5).
A total of 233 MACC officers received awards this year, comprising 146 from headquarters and 87 from state offices.
Under the Chief Commissioner's Award (AKPJ), another 33 special awards and two gold awards were presented, involving 67 nominations.
The strategic communications division also received a special AKPJ for its project on international recognition in strategic communications, including Asean awards.
Meanwhile, the investigation division received a gold AKPJ for uncovering a procurement cartel involving the Armed Forces through Ops Parasit and Ops Star.
Another Gold AKPJ was presented to the legal and prosecution division for successfully handling a high-profile case, Public Prosecutor v Mohd Najib Abdul Razak (1MDB), involving former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
Azam also highlighted MACC's achievements both domestically and internationally, including signing memoranda of understanding with countries such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.
