Business, markets and economy news from Malaysia.
Opposition figures are demanding Transport Minister Anthony Loke justify the RM178mil Vehicle Entry Permit contract awarded to a company connected to Nasir Baki, brother of former MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, citing transparency concerns.
The Retirement Fund Incorporated's substantial losses from a fraudulent Indonesian investment demand comprehensive parliamentary scrutiny and reformed oversight of public retirement savings, placing accountability squarely on the Finance Ministry.
Police arrested eight people at India's prominent Ram temple over allegations that donations worth up to Rs 30 million were stolen, prompting fresh questions about how religious institutions safeguard vast financial resources.
Thirty-four parliamentarians have expressed backing for a Royal Commission of Inquiry to investigate claims of corporate mafia activities linked to MACC and former chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, including questions surrounding his shareholdings.
A former chief of Cheongdo county in South Korea has been discovered dead while under investigation for corruption charges, including allegations of accepting illegal payments in exchange for promotions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned against the use of state, racial and religious sentiments in politics, arguing that such divisions distract from complex security threats including digital and technological dangers.
Any decision to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry into alleged corporate mafia networks within the MACC will be guided by investigation findings, legal protocols and broader public interest considerations, according to government officials.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that combating corruption cannot rest on any single institution, calling for coordinated action across government, private sector, and civil society to strengthen Malaysia's anti-graft efforts.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that Tan Sri Azam Baki's appointment to the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre Advisory Board operates independently of his previous position as MACC chief commissioner and remains valid until 2027.
Pope Leo XIV has warned that artificial intelligence systems are not morally neutral, arguing that design choices and data reflect specific visions of humanity. He calls for clear accountability across AI development, deployment, and use.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has been named a finalist in four categories at the ICA Compliance Awards APAC 2026, achieving international recognition in its debut appearance at the prestigious regional awards programme.
Nepal arrested former Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel on money laundering charges as the country's Gen Z-backed government accelerates its campaign against alleged wrongdoing by prior regimes.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson faces new corruption allegations as he enters the final stretch before legislative elections, extending a pattern of scandals that have defined his four-year tenure.
Hungary is preparing sweeping anti-corruption measures under new Prime Minister Peter Magyar, seeking to unlock billions in frozen EU funds that have been withheld over governance and rule-of-law concerns.
Johor's Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim has publicly criticised politicians who prioritise social media performance over substantive governance, in remarks observers link to Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman.
Perikatan Nasional has expanded its coalition by accepting two new political parties following an emergency meeting, though disputes over party vision and branding were not addressed.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the need for the government to sustain positive working relationships with Malaysia's Malay rulers, noting that such goodwill facilitates dialogue on pressing state matters.
Transparency International Malaysia welcomes Attorney-General's Chambers clarification on corruption compounds but warns that greater transparency is needed to sustain public trust in Malaysia's anti-corruption system.
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Johor's Regent Tunku Mahkota Ismail has received Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in an audience that demonstrated the continued strength of ties between the federal government and the economically vital state.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has met with Johor's Regent to reaffirm commitment to harmonious state-federal relations, signalling efforts to maintain political stability in the kingdom's wealthiest state.
Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, the Tunku Mahkota of Johor, held a cordial meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur, marking continued engagement between federal and royal leadership.
King Charles III will publicly disclose his personal tax bill, Buckingham Palace announced, amid growing calls for transparency regarding royal financial arrangements and spending.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has stressed that Parliament must exemplify dignified, integrity-driven proceedings to inspire future leaders participating in the Malaysian Youth Parliament, which launches on September 11.
The Sultan of Pahang met with MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman to discuss the commission's latest developments in combating corruption and strengthening integrity across Malaysian institutions.
Malaysia's Chief Justice Tun Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh has stressed that public trust is the judiciary's most precious asset, requiring constant vigilance and principled leadership to maintain and strengthen.
The Sultan of Perak has cautioned political and national leaders against making hasty, emotion-driven decisions, arguing that nations and their citizens ultimately pay the price for poor governance choices.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has launched a cadet corps programme targeting secondary schools, aiming to foster integrity and anti-corruption awareness among young people.
Sultan Nazrin Shah has cautioned political and institutional leaders against making rash, emotion-driven decisions, stressing instead that national advancement depends on mutual respect and social cohesion.
Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir has cautioned that unproven claims of 30,000-60,000 students entering public universities through improper channels threaten to erode public trust in the integrity of Malaysia's higher education system.
A Malaysian court has concluded that former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho coordinated efforts to misappropriate billions of ringgit from 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB), according to judicial findings delivered in Kuala Lumpur.
Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Nazrin Shah has cautioned national leaders against making hasty, emotion-driven decisions, urging them instead to prioritize careful deliberation and long-term national interests over short-term gains.
The Malaysian Media Council has appointed retired Federal Court judge Nallini Pathmanathan as its new chairman, as the media sector confronts significant operational and regulatory pressures.
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An official from Pertubuhan Ikram Malaysia has pleaded not guilty to 158 corruption charges totalling RM98 million, marking a significant development in an ongoing investigation into the Islamic charitable organisation.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that meaningful reform rooted in Hijrah's principles demands unity and consensus across Malaysia's diverse communities, rather than individual or partisan efforts.
Indonesia's leading anti-corruption body is demanding the government suspend President Prabowo Subianto's flagship free meals scheme, citing systemic graft and governance failures in the sprawling US$15 billion initiative.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has reinforced its partnership with Transparency International, with both organisations committed to enhancing governance standards. Malaysia's Corruption Perceptions Index improved to 52 points, climbing three places globally.
In a significant court finding, former Prime Minister Najib Razak demonstrated no remorse for his involvement in the 1Malaysia Development Bhd scandal, instead attributing blame elsewhere, marking a critical moment in Malaysia's graft accountability.