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Three Selayang Municipal Council employees faced Sessions Court charges today for accepting RM3,550 in bribes related to business licence and temporary permit applications, highlighting corruption concerns in local government.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged all Immigration Department staff to maintain the highest standards of integrity and reject corruption, emphasising the importance of professional service delivery and national sovereignty protection.
MCA Youth is calling on Transport Minister Anthony Loke to clarify reports that a RM178mil Vehicle Entry Permit contract was awarded to a company owned by Nasir Baki, brother of former MACC Chief Azam Baki, raising fresh questions about government procurement transparency.
Tan Sri Azam Baki, former MACC chief, has rejected claims he played any role in securing a RM178.29 million contract for a company connected to his brother, stating he had no involvement or awareness.
A Sessions Court has acquitted the widow of a prominent politician in a RM2.8 million graft case following a seven-year legal marathon, ruling that the defence successfully established reasonable doubt against the prosecution's allegations.
South Korea's acting police chief has committed to comprehensive institutional reforms following mounting public outcry over alleged collusion and investigative failures in a high-profile murder case.
Authorities in Kelantan have arrested a police station chief for allegedly accepting RM500 from a UNHCR card holder. The case highlights ongoing corruption concerns within Malaysia's law enforcement.
Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad appeared at Kuala Lumpur Court Complex on July 20 to receive the verdict in her RM2.8 million corruption abetment case, marking a significant moment in Malaysia's ongoing anti-corruption proceedings.
Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad will receive the court's verdict tomorrow on three charges of abetting in a RM2.8 million corruption case at the Sessions Court.
A finance manager at KCJ Engineering has testified in the High Court that an RM800,000 donation to Bersatu was tied to Jana Wibawa infrastructure projects awarded to the company, raising questions about the nexus between corporate donations and government contracts.
Bangladesh has confiscated approximately $6.2 billion in assets connected to deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her associates, marking a significant step in the country's efforts to recover public wealth following her departure from power.
President Prabowo Subianto's high-profile anti-corruption campaign faces its most sensitive test with the investigation into Febrie Adriansyah, the nation's former deputy attorney general for special crimes. The case has exposed systemic tensions between law enforcement agencies.
A gambling empire controlled by influential Cambodian businessman Lim Heng leased buildings to criminal syndicates running industrial-scale fraud and human trafficking operations from a casino compound near the Thai border.
Thai authorities have arrested three key suspects in connection with widespread civil service examination fraud. The scandal could lead to approximately 5,000 officials being dismissed from their positions.
A Spanish court has convicted the brother of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez of manipulating the public employment system to secure a tailored government job, resulting in a nine-year ban from public office.
A former civil servant is being investigated by the MACC for allegedly misusing 11 individuals' personal details to fraudulently obtain RM300,000 in government aid. The suspect is remanded for four days as authorities probe the elaborate scheme.
China has removed a high-ranking former Xinjiang administrator from the Communist Party, stripping him of all official positions following a corruption investigation involving nepotism and bribery allegations.
A former chief of South Korea's Cheongdo county has been discovered dead on a mountainside while under investigation for corruption, bribery, and breaking into a nursing home director's residence.
Turkey has ordered the detention of 36 suspects, including the mayor of an Ankara district controlled by the main opposition party, in connection with an investigation into alleged bribery and bid-rigging schemes.
The Immigration Department has suspended officers detained by MACC in connection with suspected involvement in a foreign trafficking syndicate, pending investigation conclusion.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested 38 individuals, including enforcement officers and civil servants, in a sweeping investigation into immigration-related corruption. Luxury items worth RM2.5 million were confiscated and 14 bank accounts frozen.
A 47-year-old Singapore man convicted of bribery in June now faces 100-plus fresh charges related to fraudulent investment schemes worth over S$50 million. Nazarisham Mohamed Isa allegedly operated schemes promising returns that had no legitimate business backing.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has issued an arrest warrant for former immigration officer Megat Khairul Anuar Sulaiman following multiple unexplained court absences in an ongoing investigation.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is moving forward with recommendations to charge individuals involved in 69 cases of abuse tied to the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme, while reaffirming that its investigation into fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho remains active.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has obtained court-ordered remand of 33 people, including enforcement officers and government workers, in connection with an alleged organised scheme exploiting foreign nationals.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has remanded 33 people, including several enforcement officers, as part of an investigation into an alleged visa bribery syndicate. The arrests occurred across multiple states.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has reaffirmed that its investigation into fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho remains ongoing and has never been terminated, despite his continued evasion of authorities.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog is investigating a Johor election candidate on suspicion of engaging in vote-buying activities during the recent state campaign, signalling renewed focus on electoral integrity violations.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Armed Forces have deepened their collaboration to combat corruption more effectively, establishing stronger mechanisms for sharing intelligence and coordinating investigations across both institutions.
Transparency International Malaysia is pressing the government to account for progress on investigations into alleged corporate mafia networks, demanding transparency and public updates on the stalled inquiry.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission continues to hold RM114 million seized during a 2016 investigation into a former Sabah Water Department director, with the funds and assets still awaiting final legal resolution.
Azalina indicates that establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry into claims of organized corruption within the MACC will depend on investigative results and adherence to legal frameworks.
FIFA is set to earn approximately $9 billion from the 2026 World Cup, $2 billion more than Qatar 2022, despite mounting controversies over governance and political influence. Chief Infantino remains unchallenged ahead of his 2027 re-election.
A Customs assistant director has pleaded not guilty to bribery charges involving RM15,000 in exchange for closing an investigation, marking a significant integrity case within Malaysia's revenue agency.
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, the former finance minister, has appeared as a witness in the High Court proceedings against Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, with allegations centring on the Jana Wibawa economic stimulus initiative.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled a decisive break from past practices of corruption and crony capitalism, asserting the Madani Government's unwavering commitment to establishing transparent and accountable governance.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared an uncompromising stance against corruption, vowing that no government official will receive protection if implicated in graft. Speaking in Johor, he emphasised merit and integrity over patronage networks.
PAS's deputy president has called for fugitive businessman Jho Low to be prosecuted in Malaysian courts over the 1MDB scandal, arguing Malaysia should not depend on decisions made by foreign governments in pursuing justice.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to pursuing fugitive financier Jho Low through its own legal channels, stating that any potential pardon from the United States would not alter the country's determination to seek justice.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed that Malaysia will maintain its resolute position against fugitive businessman Jho Low, regardless of whether the United States grants him a presidential pardon.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's unwavering stance on fugitive businessman Jho Low, declaring the country will not be swayed by any US decision regarding potential pardons.
An emotional adjournment plea by senior lawyer Datuk Jagjit Singh has delayed proceedings in Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor's appeal against her conviction in the RM1.25 billion Sarawak solar hybrid project corruption case at the Court of Appeal.
Former Selangor executive councillor Ronnie Liu has challenged the appropriateness of Tan Sri Azam Baki, the former MACC chief, participating in advisory meetings at the National Financial Crime Prevention Centre.
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A high-ranking enforcement officer within Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has been detained on suspicion of soliciting a RM50,000 bribe, signalling internal accountability measures within MACC.
The Federal Court is set to deliver a landmark judgment on whether to restore a seven-year prison sentence and RM10 million fine imposed on Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman in a corruption case that has gripped Malaysian politics.
A former executive chairman of two Singapore mosques has been imprisoned for 14 months after corruptly advising a friend on bidding prices, enabling the friend's construction firm to win S$223,000 in contracts from the religious institutions.
South Korea's former first lady Kim Keon Hee has been sentenced to seven years in prison for accepting expensive gifts, including jewellery and luxury items worth approximately 300 million won, in exchange for securing government jobs and business favours.
The Federal Court has rejected former Felda chairman Datuk Seri Mohd Isa Abdul Samad's application to review his corruption conviction involving RM3.09 million tied to the Merdeka Palace Hotel transaction in Sarawak.
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An Ipoh Sessions Court has formally laid 146 corruption charges against a former government engineer, a process that consumed two hours of court time, signalling the scale of the alleged misconduct.
A former assistant engineer at Kerian District and Land Office has been charged in Ipoh Sessions Court with 146 counts of accepting bribes totalling RM183,500 from three years ago.
Sri Lankan anti-corruption authorities have arrested Rakitha Rajapakshe, son of a former justice minister, for allegedly soliciting bribes worth 500 million rupees to secure the release of a high-profile drug trafficker extradited from Madagascar.
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Malaysia's High Court has rescheduled the corruption appeal of a former Youth and Sports Ministry finance official to September, as the defence team prepares additional legal submissions.
The High Court has rescheduled the appeal hearing of former Youth and Sports Ministry senior officer Otman Arshad to September. Arshad faces 32 abuse of power charges and 64 money laundering convictions, with the judge warning against further delays.
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Spain's Supreme Court has handed down a landmark 24-year sentence to former Transport Minister Jose Luis Abalos for corruption linked to pandemic-era mask procurement contracts, marking the first verdict in a sprawling scandal that threatens Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's administration.
Transparency International Malaysia has welcomed official clarification on how corruption compounds are used but insists the country needs stricter disclosure standards to sustain public confidence in its anti-corruption system.
A Malaysian consumer advocacy group has revealed that more than 100 people have lost property valued at over RM50 million to an organised crime ring spanning half a decade, involving collusion between loan sharks, legal professionals, and government employees.
Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin has urged Malaysians to prioritize integrity and reject corruption, arguing that true progress depends on character and values rather than infrastructure alone.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has placed more than 1,600 companies on its radar as part of an expanding investigation into the Daya Kerjaya scandal. The probe centres on irregularities within a government-backed employment initiative.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has identified 1,638 companies allegedly submitting false claims under the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment incentive programme, with estimated losses reaching RM45 million.
The chief executive of Malaysia Stadium Corporation has entered a not guilty plea to seven charges of soliciting and accepting bribes exceeding RM1 million in connection with a tender for National Squash Centre upgrades.
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The chief executive officer of Perbadanan Stadium Malaysia has been charged with soliciting bribes totalling RM1.45 million in relation to the Bukit Jalil National Squash Centre construction contract.
The chief executive of Malaysia Stadium Corporation has pleaded not guilty to seven charges of soliciting and accepting bribes totalling RM1.45 million in connection with a National Squash Centre upgrading contract.
A chief executive of a statutory body will face seven corruption charges at Sessions Court related to alleged bribes exceeding RM1 million connected to sports facility contracts.
A former official of Pertubuhan Ikram Malaysia has claimed trial to 158 graft charges, exposing governance vulnerabilities in civil society organisations and raising questions about oversight of public funds channelled through NGOs.
A Malaysian judge has determined that Datuk Seri Najib Razak's failure to investigate or act upon massive sums of 1MDB-linked money flowing into his personal bank accounts constituted unreasonable conduct unbecoming a prime minister.
Yoshitha Rajapaksa, 38, has been arrested by Sri Lanka's anti-corruption authorities over allegations he obtained government-funded military training without proper qualifications. The detention represents the latest action against the politically influential Rajapaksa family since the 2024 election.
The MACC is scrutinising administrative and governance failures within the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment incentive programme while investigating suspected fraud totalling RM9 million.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has obtained remand orders for 13 people, including a senior government official, as part of an investigation into an alleged scheme to manipulate public procurement contracts.
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A senior official from Pertubuhan Ikram Malaysia has pleaded not guilty to 158 graft charges involving RM98 million in Shah Alam Sessions Court, marking another significant corruption case in the country.
A Malaysian judge has delivered a scathing full judgment on the 1MDB scandal, likening Najib Razak's financial crimes to historical atrocities and describing them as worse than those of Attila the Hun.
Indonesia's leading anti-corruption group is demanding President Prabowo's US$15 billion free meals programme be suspended and the National Nutrition Agency dissolved, citing widespread governance failures and potential graft extending beyond currently detained officials.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is set to prosecute an individual at Shah Alam Sessions Court on 158 charges stemming from the alleged misappropriation of public funds in Op Sutra.
A trial judge has ruled that former Prime Minister Najib Razak displayed no remorse and shifted responsibility in the 1MDB case, stating he misused his authority to orchestrate a massive corruption scheme.
Indonesia's Attorney General's Office has arrested two additional suspects in a widening corruption probe into the free meals programme. The investigation has now ensnared five individuals, including three former National Nutrition Agency leaders.