Presumption of innocence must guide MACC probe over alleged share ownership


ONE cannot help but view with deep concern the controversy surrounding the Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) over his alleged share ownership in publicly listed companies, first highlighted by Bloomberg.

Predictably, the issue has ignited a political and public firestorm, with commentators and politicians from across the divide swiftly joining the chorus of condemnation, some even demanding his suspension or resignation before any formal inquiry has concluded.

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