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A former Malaysian High Court judge has warned that suppressing whistleblowers discourages honest officials from exposing corruption, exposing nations to greater financial scandals and crimes.
Bukit Bendera MP Syerleena Abdul Rashid has denounced the killing of a dog named Rocky and demanded an immediate, transparent and independent inquiry into what happened.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed the entire Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji's management has been released without censorship, allowing public scrutiny and accountability for any wrongdoing uncovered.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to transparency regarding the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, declaring that the era of cover-ups must end and pledging that all investigative findings will be made public.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim defended the decision to release the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report to the public, characterizing the move as rooted in institutional trust rather than political calculation.
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PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar said the government would have drawn criticism regardless of when the Tabung Haji RCI report was released, emphasising that public transparency was the priority ahead of Saturday's Negeri Sembilan state election.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended the government's decision to declassify the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, saying repeated public demands prompted the move. He cautioned against challenging the decision.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved extending the Royal Commission of Inquiry review on Tabung Haji to cover the new management transition phase, with plans to declassify and publicly release the report alongside parliamentary debate.
Tabung Haji is systematically implementing recommendations from a Royal Commission of Inquiry, with three-quarters of the 25 proposed reforms already enacted. The government has declassified the report to enhance transparency.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman has pledged that the agency will uphold professionalism and transparency, even as it faces public criticism and negative perceptions about its investigation practices.
Malaysian experts are pressing the government to promptly release the Tabung Haji RCI report, arguing transparency is vital to safeguard depositors' interests and rebuild confidence in the Islamic pilgrimage savings institution.
Barisan Nasional has expressed openness to releasing the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji to Parliament or the public, should the Cabinet decide to proceed with disclosure.
Amanah vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Mujahid Yusof Rawa has urged the government to release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, arguing transparency will settle years of controversy surrounding the institution's management.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed confidence that Malaysia's Cabinet will approve releasing the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, pledging to table the matter for formal consideration at Wednesday's meeting.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has disclosed that the government delayed releasing the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report for three years to prevent a loss of confidence that could have destabilised the institution.
The Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji should end the institution's troubled past and usher in a new era of transparency, says Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim, political secretary to the Finance Minister.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has urged the government to release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji publicly, citing transparency and fairness principles to help Malaysians understand past issues.
MCA Youth has called on Transport Minister Anthony Loke to provide detailed explanations regarding a RM178mil Vehicle Entry Permit contract reportedly awarded to a company linked to Nasir Baki, brother of former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki.
Malaysia's Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has stressed that investigations into alleged 'corporate mafia' activities must proceed independently and transparently, signalling openness to establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry if deemed necessary.
Malaysia's government will refer the Freedom of Information Bill 2026 to a Parliamentary Select Committee to enable thorough scrutiny and broader engagement with MPs and civil society stakeholders.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected suggestions that he personally purchased a new BMW, stating the vehicle is government property rather than a private acquisition for his own use.
Transparency International Malaysia is calling on authorities to provide greater clarity on the Durian Tunggal shooting investigation, demanding public disclosure of investigative progress and a concrete timeline for prosecutorial decisions.
Law and institutional reform minister Azalina Othman Said has indicated that shareholding records belonging to Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief Azam Baki will remain confidential, with updates to come from the chief secretary's office.
Malaysia's Small and Medium Enterprises Association is pushing financing agencies to release periodic reports on loan recipients, arguing transparency measures are essential to prevent political patronage from distorting MSME funding.
Multiple members of parliament have urged authorities to publicly disclose findings from investigations into former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholdings, citing concerns over transparency and institutional accountability.