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The Sun
11 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Govt Procurement Bill to bolster anti-graft measures
PUTRAJAYA: The Government Procurement Bill, scheduled to be tabled in Parliament this year, is expected to strengthen punitive legal action against parties found guilty of offences related to government procurement. The bill also aims to establish a specific legal framework to regulate the government procurement process, in addition to detailing the powers of stakeholders and enhancing check-and-balance mechanisms to ensure good governance in line with international best practices. The proposal and draft structure of the bill were presented by the Government Procurement Division of the Ministry of Finance, led by its secretary Datuk Norison Ramli, during an engagement session with Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki at the MACC headquarters here today. Norison said the MOF welcomes views and suggestions from the MACC, particularly on enforcement and the application of existing laws under the commission's jurisdiction. Azam expressed his support for the key points of the proposed bill, which he said align with the ongoing National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS). 'NACS is the best platform for the MACC to address weaknesses in the government procurement system, and we fully support this initiative,' he said.
The Sun
11 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Govt Procurement Bill to strengthen enforcement
PUTRAJAYA: The Government Procurement Bill, scheduled to be tabled in Parliament this year, is expected to strengthen punitive legal action against parties found guilty of offences related to government procurement. The bill also aims to establish a specific legal framework to regulate the government procurement process, in addition to detailing the powers of stakeholders and enhancing check-and-balance mechanisms to ensure good governance in line with international best practices. The proposal and draft structure of the bill were presented by the Government Procurement Division of the Ministry of Finance, led by its secretary Datuk Norison Ramli, during an engagement session with Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki at the MACC headquarters here today. Norison said the MOF welcomes views and suggestions from the MACC, particularly on enforcement and the application of existing laws under the commission's jurisdiction. Azam expressed his support for the key points of the proposed bill, which he said align with the ongoing National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS). 'NACS is the best platform for the MACC to address weaknesses in the government procurement system, and we fully support this initiative,' he said.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
WCR ranking rise reflects Anwar's reform success: Expert
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's 11-spot leap in the World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR) 2025 serves as clear evidence of the effectiveness of the reform agenda spearheaded by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, says geostrategist Prof Dr Azmi Hassan. He said that although there were some parties still questioning the implementation of these reforms, international assessment bodies clearly indicated that the nation's transformation was heading in a positive direction, especially in combating corruption and strengthening economic policies. 'The government's core reform is focused on minimising corruption, as the Prime Minister has often stressed — if corruption is not curbed, it is the country that will suffer. 'Anti-graft efforts are not limited to high-profile cases like 1MDB, but also include various forms of corruption in both the public and private sectors. These are among the key reform elements being closely observed by the international community,' said the Senior Fellow at the Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research (NASR). Malaysia is now ranked 23rd in the latest WCR report, up from 34th place the previous year — its best performance since 2020. However, Azmi expressed concern that the government's genuine reform efforts were not fully appreciated domestically due to political differences and the unwillingness of some quarters to view progress objectively. 'Some groups deliberately ignore the facts because they want to discredit the government, but I believe this is where agencies such as the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) must step up with data and statistics to reflect the government's reform achievements,' he said. At the same time, he urged that the Prime Minister's credibility and diplomatic acumen be fully leveraged to boost Malaysia's global image. 'Anwar is a respected and articulate leader, especially among ASEAN and Indo-Pacific nations. His ability to present arguments and perspectives on global issues is unmatched and should be used to the country's advantage,' he said. Meanwhile, University of Malaya (UM) lecturer Assoc Prof Dr Khoo Ying Hooi described the improved ranking as a reflection of progress in governance and institutional frameworks, including bureaucratic rationalisation and administrative efficiency. Dr Khoo, from the Department of International and Strategic Studies at UM's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, said initiatives such as the National Anti-Corruption Strategy 2024–2028 had made a significant impact on international perceptions, though the improved ranking should not lead to complacency. 'The improved ranking doesn't mean Malaysia has already achieved excellence in fighting corruption,' she said. 'As for the efficiency of government service delivery, there are clear signs of progress, but challenges remain in terms of the scale and consistency of impact across all administrative levels,' she added. The WCR is published annually by the Switzerland-based Institute for Management Development (IMD). It is a comprehensive report that evaluates an economy's ability to generate and sustain a business-friendly environment conducive to long-term prosperity.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
WCR ranking boost reflects success of Anwar's reform agenda
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's 11-spot leap in the World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR) 2025 serves as clear evidence of the effectiveness of the reform agenda spearheaded by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, says geostrategist Prof Dr Azmi Hassan. He said that although there were some parties still questioning the implementation of these reforms, international assessment bodies clearly indicated that the nation's transformation was heading in a positive direction, especially in combating corruption and strengthening economic policies. 'The government's core reform is focused on minimising corruption, as the Prime Minister has often stressed — if corruption is not curbed, it is the country that will suffer. 'Anti-graft efforts are not limited to high-profile cases like 1MDB, but also include various forms of corruption in both the public and private sectors. These are among the key reform elements being closely observed by the international community,' said the Senior Fellow at the Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research (NASR). Malaysia is now ranked 23rd in the latest WCR report, up from 34th place the previous year — its best performance since 2020. However, Azmi expressed concern that the government's genuine reform efforts were not fully appreciated domestically due to political differences and the unwillingness of some quarters to view progress objectively. 'Some groups deliberately ignore the facts because they want to discredit the government, but I believe this is where agencies such as the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) must step up with data and statistics to reflect the government's reform achievements,' he said. At the same time, he urged that the Prime Minister's credibility and diplomatic acumen be fully leveraged to boost Malaysia's global image. 'Anwar is a respected and articulate leader, especially among ASEAN and Indo-Pacific nations. His ability to present arguments and perspectives on global issues is unmatched and should be used to the country's advantage,' he said. Meanwhile, University of Malaya (UM) lecturer Assoc Prof Dr Khoo Ying Hooi described the improved ranking as a reflection of progress in governance and institutional frameworks, including bureaucratic rationalisation and administrative efficiency. Dr Khoo, from the Department of International and Strategic Studies at UM's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, said initiatives such as the National Anti-Corruption Strategy 2024–2028 had made a significant impact on international perceptions, though the improved ranking should not lead to complacency. 'The improved ranking doesn't mean Malaysia has already achieved excellence in fighting corruption,' she said. 'As for the efficiency of government service delivery, there are clear signs of progress, but challenges remain in terms of the scale and consistency of impact across all administrative levels,' she added. The WCR is published annually by the Switzerland-based Institute for Management Development (IMD). It is a comprehensive report that evaluates an economy's ability to generate and sustain a business-friendly environment conducive to long-term prosperity.
Malaysiakini
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Ten anti-corruption substrategies completed as of June 3: MACC
The MACC has announced that a total of 10 substrategies under the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS) 2024-2028 have been completed as of June 3. The success of the implementation of the 10 substrategies by seven leading agency heads, including the MACC, was announced by MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, who chaired the 2024-2028 NACS Performance Coordination Meeting with the 2025 Leading Agencies today.
