PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has proposed bringing charges against two individuals over an investigation into a RM1.1bil semiconductor investment deal involving the Economy Ministry and a UK-based firm, says Tan Sri Azam Baki.
However, the MACC chief commissioner declined to reveal the identities of the two individuals.
He said the investigation papers are nearing completion and will be submitted to the deputy public prosecutor soon.
"We have recorded statements from 22 witnesses, including political analyst James Chai and former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli.
"Investigations are almost at the final stage. At this point, there are only two more witnesses we need statements from. One is in Taiwan and another is in the country," he said at a press conference here on Wednesday (May 6).
Azam said the probe is being conducted under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009 for abuse of power, Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating and Section 409 of the Penal Code for criminal breach of trust.
"We expect the investigation papers to be submitted to the deputy public prosecutor in the near future. It will then be up to the Attorney General's Chambers to decide whether there is a case to prosecute," he said.
Azam said investigators had identified two individuals they would recommend for prosecution.
"We have identified two individuals whom we will propose to be charged in court.
"I am not saying they will definitely be charged. Investigators can recommend charges if the evidence suffices but the final decision rests with the Attorney General,.
"I am not going to mention any names. Whoever wants to speculate, that is up to them. We do not," he said.
Rafizi is being questioned by MACC for a third day on Wednesday.
