Never-ending battle against graft


IT is a mind-boggling number, but have we become so desensitised to corruption that even when it is revealed that Malaysia lost RM277bil to graft, barely an eyebrow is raised?

This massive leakage over a five-year period, which was revealed by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Agency (MACC), could have been used for various initiatives that would have benefited the public.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
#onyourside , corruption , Anwar Ibrahim , NACS , MACC
Brian Martin

Brian Martin

Brian Martin is the managing editor of The Star.

Next In Columnists

Varsities need more than freedom
Seeking a pause on male menopause
An invitation to trouble?
Complex history, deep pain
Compassion has limits, so must immigration
Behind every finish line, a price paid in silence
Gear up and beat the heat at Sepang’s F1 race
Najib still a thorn from behind bars
Clear rules can ease flag fears
From F1 pioneer to talent builder, Alex keeps Malaysia racing

Others Also Read