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Sinar Daily
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Sinar Daily
[WACANA ENGLISH EDITION] The Jakarta Statement: Asean's Silent Revolution Against Corruption?
08 May 2025 11:34am Behind the headlines and official speeches lies a regional movement that could change everything. But is it a real change... or just more talk? Unpack it with us on Wacana English Edition! Featuring: Lakso Anindito, Chairman of IM57+ Institute (Indonesia) and Datuk Seri Mustafar Ali, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the SEA Anti-Corruption Conference. Together, they unpack the truth behind the Jakarta Statement — and whether Asean is finally ready to clean house. #WacanaEnglishEdition #JakartaStatement #Asean #AntiCorruption #SinarDaily #IM57 #InstituteofIntegrity #LaksoAnindito #MustafarAli #SilentRevolution #IntegrityMatters #RegionalReform
The Sun
29-04-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Azam Baki urges strong oversight and public accountability for effective anti-corruption efforts
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said it was not enough for anti-corruption bodies to be free from interference if they were not worthy of the people's confidence. He said Malaysia's experience showed that institutional independence must go hand in hand with strong oversight and public accountability. Azam also said that Malaysia's adoption of Article 36 of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), which calls for independent anti-corruption bodies, was guided by the Jakarta Statement on Principles for Anti-Corruption Agencies. 'At MACC, we have embraced these principles not only in form but in substance. Our framework of five independent oversight committees ensures that MACC remains answerable to the public while protecting our operational independence,' he said in his speech at the Southeast Asia Anti-Corruption Conference: Recalling Jakarta Statement here today. Also present were Indonesia Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) chief commissioner Setyo Budianto and representatives from Austria, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Timor Leste, Mongolia, and Hong Kong. Azam also called on governments to guarantee institutional autonomy, civil society to serve as partners in accountability, and the private sector to uphold ethical practices. 'This conference is not merely an academic exercise, it is a call for collective action; for governments to guarantee institutional autonomy free from political interference; for civil society to serve as vigilant partners in accountability; for the private sector to uphold ethical practices and reject corruption; and for regional bodies to build resilient frameworks for collaboration and knowledge-sharing,' he stressed. Azam emphasised that the Jakarta Statement was not just a set of ideals but a roadmap for action, and anti-corruption efforts must be institutionalised, professionalised, and shielded from politicisation to achieve lasting success. He said MACC was committed to advancing legislative reforms to strengthen institutional safeguards, capacity-building initiatives to equip officers with future-ready skills, and enhanced regional and international cooperation to dismantle corruption networks. He also said the MACC will adopt digital innovation, including artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies, to uncover hidden financial crimes. Azam added that the MACC would also continue to uphold the spirit of Malaysia MADANI, embedding integrity, accountability, and social justice at the heart of governance.
The Sun
29-04-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Azam Baki urges strong oversight and public accountability
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said it was not enough for anti-corruption bodies to be free from interference if they were not worthy of the people's confidence. He said Malaysia's experience showed that institutional independence must go hand in hand with strong oversight and public accountability. Azam also said that Malaysia's adoption of Article 36 of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), which calls for independent anti-corruption bodies, was guided by the Jakarta Statement on Principles for Anti-Corruption Agencies. 'At MACC, we have embraced these principles not only in form but in substance. Our framework of five independent oversight committees ensures that MACC remains answerable to the public while protecting our operational independence,' he said in his speech at the Southeast Asia Anti-Corruption Conference: Recalling Jakarta Statement here today. Also present were Indonesia Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) chief commissioner Setyo Budianto and representatives from Austria, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Timor Leste, Mongolia, and Hong Kong. Azam also called on governments to guarantee institutional autonomy, civil society to serve as partners in accountability, and the private sector to uphold ethical practices. 'This conference is not merely an academic exercise, it is a call for collective action; for governments to guarantee institutional autonomy free from political interference; for civil society to serve as vigilant partners in accountability; for the private sector to uphold ethical practices and reject corruption; and for regional bodies to build resilient frameworks for collaboration and knowledge-sharing,' he stressed. Azam emphasised that the Jakarta Statement was not just a set of ideals but a roadmap for action, and anti-corruption efforts must be institutionalised, professionalised, and shielded from politicisation to achieve lasting success. He said MACC was committed to advancing legislative reforms to strengthen institutional safeguards, capacity-building initiatives to equip officers with future-ready skills, and enhanced regional and international cooperation to dismantle corruption networks. He also said the MACC will adopt digital innovation, including artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies, to uncover hidden financial crimes. Azam added that the MACC would also continue to uphold the spirit of Malaysia MADANI, embedding integrity, accountability, and social justice at the heart of governance.
Barnama
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Azam Baki Urges Strong Oversight And Public Accountability For Effective Anti-corruption Efforts
PUTRAJAYA, April 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said it was not enough for anti-corruption bodies to be free from interference if they were not worthy of the people's confidence. He said Malaysia's experience showed that institutional independence must go hand in hand with strong oversight and public accountability. Azam also said that Malaysia's adoption of Article 36 of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), which calls for independent anti-corruption bodies, was guided by the Jakarta Statement on Principles for Anti-Corruption Agencies. 'At MACC, we have embraced these principles not only in form but in substance. Our framework of five independent oversight committees ensures that MACC remains answerable to the public while protecting our operational independence,' he said in his speech at the Southeast Asia Anti-Corruption Conference: Recalling Jakarta Statement here today. Also present were Indonesia Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) chief commissioner Setyo Budianto and representatives from Austria, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Timor Leste, Mongolia, and Hong Kong. Azam also called on governments to guarantee institutional autonomy, civil society to serve as partners in accountability, and the private sector to uphold ethical practices. 'This conference is not merely an academic exercise, it is a call for collective action; for governments to guarantee institutional autonomy free from political interference; for civil society to serve as vigilant partners in accountability; for the private sector to uphold ethical practices and reject corruption; and for regional bodies to build resilient frameworks for collaboration and knowledge-sharing,' he stressed. Azam emphasised that the Jakarta Statement was not just a set of ideals but a roadmap for action, and anti-corruption efforts must be institutionalised, professionalised, and shielded from politicisation to achieve lasting success. He said MACC was committed to advancing legislative reforms to strengthen institutional safeguards, capacity-building initiatives to equip officers with future-ready skills, and enhanced regional and international cooperation to dismantle corruption networks.
New Straits Times
29-04-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Azam: Autonomy coupled with accountability vital for anti-graft agencies
PUTRAJAYA: Operational autonomy must be coupled with accountability to earn and maintain public trust for anti-corruption bodies. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said it was not enough for anti-corruption bodies to be free from interference if they were not worthy of the people's confidence. Azam said Malaysia's experience showed that institutional independence must be accompanied by strong oversight and public accountability. He said Malaysia's adoption of Article 36 of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), which calls for independent anti-corruption bodies, was guided by the Jakarta Statement on Principles for Anti-Corruption Agencies. "At MACC, we have embraced these principles not only in form but in substance too. Our framework of five independent oversight committees ensures that MACC remains answerable to the public while protecting our operational independence," he said in his speech at the Southeast Asia Anti-Corruption Conference: Recalling Jakarta Statement. Also present were Indonesia Corruption Eradication Commission Chief Commissioner Setyo Budianto and representatives from Austria, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Timor Leste, Mongolia, and Hong Kong. Azam also called on governments to guarantee institutional autonomy, civil society to serve as partners in accountability, and the private sector to uphold ethical practices. "This conference is not merely an academic exercise, it is a call for collective action: for governments to guarantee institutional autonomy free from political interference; for civil society to serve as vigilant partners in accountability; for the private sector to uphold ethical practices and reject corruption; and for regional bodies to build resilient frameworks for collaboration and knowledge-sharing," he said. Azam said the Jakarta Statement was not just a set of ideals but a roadmap for action, and anti-corruption efforts must be institutionalised, professionalised, and shielded from politicisation to achieve lasting success. He said MACC was committed to advancing legislative reforms to strengthen institutional safeguards, capacity-building initiatives to equip officers with future-ready skills, and enhanced regional and international cooperation to dismantle corruption networks. He also said the MACC will adopt digital innovation, including artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies, to uncover hidden financial crimes. Azam added that the MACC would continue to uphold the spirit of Malaysia Madani, embedding integrity, accountability, and social justice at the heart of governance.
