KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has denied allegations that its Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki failed to declare his assets, as recently reported by the international media outlet Bloomberg.
It said that it takes the report seriously, calling it misleading and containing baseless accusations.
“The report not only tarnishes the image and reputation of the officer involved but also groundlessly links the MACC to allegations of misconduct, which could undermine public confidence in the Commission,” the MACC said in a statement today.
It added that asset declarations by civil servants are subject to governance and administrative procedures established under the public service framework and are made through official channels to the relevant authorities.
“The MACC Chief Commissioner has fully complied with the prevailing asset declaration requirements, including via the Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) to the Public Service Department, regarding sources of income as well as the acquisition and disposal of assets, including shares,” the MACC said.
The commission noted that the report, which portrays an alleged failure by Azam to declare his assets, is factually incorrect and creates a misleading impression of the integrity and governance frameworks governing the commission and the civil service.
“These allegations simultaneously create a negative perception of the MACC as an enforcement agency,” it said.
The MACC emphasised that it remains committed to upholding trust, integrity, and transparency in performing its entrusted statutory duties and will not compromise by attempting to undermine its credibility and public trust through inaccurate or irresponsible reporting.
