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Free Malaysia Today
a day ago
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Nga calls for apology after MyKiosk cleared of criminal elements
Housing and local government minister Nga Kor Ming said MyKiosk 1.0 achieved 91% occupancy while MyKiosk 2.0 has reached 87% occupancy. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Housing and local government minister Nga Kor Ming has demanded an apology from critics of the MyKiosk initiative, which was cleared of criminal elements by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in its probe into the project's tender process. He urged those who had slandered his ministry's officers over the project to apologise. 'If you've made baseless claims or spread falsehoods about the MyKiosk initiative, show some integrity – own up and apologise,' he said in the Dewan Rakyat today. On July 3, MACC chief Azam Baki said the agency's probe was focussed primarily on governance issues over criminal wrongdoing, as no criminal elements had been detected. In May, Selangor MCA Youth filed a complaint with the anti-graft agency calling for an investigation into the funding and execution of the RM250 million project. Its chief Tan Jie Sen claimed that despite the investment, only slightly more than half of the kiosks were occupied. Pahang MCA Youth meanwhile asked why the government was paying RM25,000 to RM34,000 per kiosk, saying the market price was only RM12,800 per unit. Earlier today, Hasnizan Harun (PN-Hulu Selangor) raised concerns about the number of unoccupied kiosks nationwide. Nga said that MyKiosk 1.0, launched in 2023, had reached 91% occupancy with 2,926 units filled, while MyKiosk 2.0, launched in 2024, had reached 87% occupancy with 3,518 units in use as of July 2025. 'I admit that the kiosk occupancy hasn't reached 100%, and there have been some administrative shortcomings. 'However, the ministry, myself included, has gone to the ground in several states, including opposition-led ones, to assist traders and strengthen the MyKiosk initiative,' he said.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Azam pays first courtesy visit to newly appointed IGP
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki paid a courtesy call on the newly appointed Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Mohd Ismail at the Federal Police headquarters today. In a social media post on the Royal Malaysia Police official Facebook page, it was confirmed that this afternoon's visit marked Azam's first official call on Mohd Khalid following his appointment as the country's 15th IGP on June 23. "The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral cooperation between both enforcement agencies. "Among the key areas discussed were the implementation of the Joint Action Task Force, operational information sharing, and coordinated investigations," the post read. It added that the discussion was aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of law enforcement efforts. "The visit reflects a continued commitment to inter-agency collaboration, particularly in combating corruption and ensuring justice is upheld," the post said. Mohd Khalid, who hails from Manong, Perak, was born on April 8, 1965. He holds a Master's Degree in Comparative Law from the International Islamic University Malaysia. His appointment as IGP was consented to by His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong in accordance with Clauses (4) and (5) of Article 140 of the Federal Constitution, upon the advice of the Prime Minister and the recommendation of the Police Force Commission.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Azam: Asset declarations by GLC, GLIC CEOs a step towards transparency
PUTRAJAYA: The government's move to mandate the declaration of assets by chief executive officers (CEOs) of government-linked companies (GLCs) and government-linked investment companies (GLICs) to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is a preventive measure aimed at enhancing accountability. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said that by declaring their assets, the public can see that each organisational leader does not accumulate wealth arbitrarily through their positions. "When these CEOs declare their assets to the MACC, they become more cautious in their actions because any attempt to use their positions to amass wealth can be easily detected," he said after receiving 13 asset declaration forms from the CEOs and heads of operating companies under Boustead Holdings Berhad (BHB) at his office today. The forms were submitted by BHB's Integrity and Governance Department head and executive vice-president Rosman Johar Abdullah. Meanwhile, Rosman said the submission of the asset declaration forms was in line with the government directive requiring CEOs in GLCs and GLICs to declare their assets to the MACC. He said the initiative should be supported by all parties to ensure that corruption is not only addressed but prevented before it happens. Also present were BHB's Integrity and Governance Department assistant vice-president Wan Azlee Wan Mohd Ghazali, and special officer to the MACC Chief Commissioner, Superintendent Mohd Fadzil Md Amin. Bernama reported in 2022 that CEOs of GLCs and GLICs, including members of the judiciary, were required to declare their assets to the MACC. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob was reported saying the decision was made by the Special Cabinet Committee on Anti-Corruption (JKKMAR), which also noted that the details of the new code of ethics will be retabled by the MACC in the upcoming meeting. JKKMAR also decided that the mechanism for asset declaration by members of the administration, members of the Dewan Rakyat, and members of the Dewan Negara to the MACC would be strengthened to enhance the credibility and integrity of the government administration. Amendments and enhancements to the existing code of ethics for members of the administration and members of Parliament will be implemented, and a new code of ethics will also be introduced for members of Parliament under the Houses of Parliament (Privileges and Powers) Act 1952 (Act 347), taking into account the preservation of the principle of separation of powers between the executive and legislative bodies.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
GLC and GLIC CEOs must declare assets to MACC for accountability
PUTRAJAYA: The requirement for chief executive officers of government-linked companies and government-linked investment companies to declare their assets to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission marks a crucial step in boosting accountability. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki stated that this measure ensures organisational leaders remain transparent about their wealth, allowing public scrutiny to prevent misuse of power. 'When all these CEOs declare their assets to the MACC, they will be more cautious in their actions because any attempt to use their position to accumulate wealth will be easily identified,' he said. Azam made these remarks after receiving 13 Property Declaration Forms from CEOs and heads of operating companies under Boustead Holdings Bhd Group. The submission was led by BHB executive vice-president Rosman Johar Abdullah, who emphasised the importance of compliance with the government's directive. Rosman added, 'This government action needs to be supported by all parties to ensure that corruption is not only eradicated but also prevented from the outset before it occurs.' The initiative aligns with broader efforts to strengthen governance and integrity within public and corporate sectors. – Bernama
Malaysian Reserve
2 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Assets declaration: Initial step to increase accountability of GLC, GLIC CEOs — Azam Baki
PUTRAJAYA — The move to require chief executive officers (CEOs) of government-linked companies (GLCs) and government-linked investment companies (GLICs) to declare their assets to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is an initial step towards increasing their respective accountability. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki (picture) said the declaration sends a clear signal that organisational heads must be accountable for their assets and property, thus allowing the public to assess that every organisational head will not arbitrarily accumulate wealth through their positions. 'When all these CEOs declare their assets to the MACC, they will be more cautious in their actions because any attempt to use their position to accumulate wealth will be easily identified,' he said. Azam said this in a statement issued today after he received 13 Property Declaration Forms from the CEOs and the heads of operating companies under Boustead Holdings Bhd (BHB) Group, at his office here. The submission of the forms was presented by BHB executive vice-president (VP) and head of Integrity and Governance Department Rosman Johar Abdullah. Also present was BHB assistant VP of Integrity and Governance Department Wan Azlee Wan Mohd Ghazali. In the same statement, Rosman said the move was implemented in compliance with the government's directive for all GLC and GLIC CEOs to declare their assets to MACC as a commitment to cultivate good governance. 'This government action needs to be supported by all parties to ensure that corruption is not only eradicated but also prevented from the outset before it occurs,' he also said. — BERNAMA
