PM says retaining Azam Baki proves MACC’s independence
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says he could have appointed a new MACC chief like his predecessors did when they assumed office, but chose not to to prove the anti-graft agency's independence. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, March 28, 2023.
PRIME Minister Anwar Ibrahim today said his decision to retain Azam Baki as Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief proves the anti-graft agency is independent and is not subject to his orders. He said he broke the custom practised by his predecessors by not appointing a new MACC chief upon becoming prime minister.
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