KUALA LUMPUR – The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is set to call multiple witnesses, including the secretary-general (KSU) of a ministry, as part of its investigation into a RM1.1 billion agreement between the Malaysian Government and a foreign company.
Sources revealed that the investigation follows concerns over the alleged leakage of government funds related to the deal, Bernama reported.
“This case pertains to the suspected mismanagement of RM1.1 billion in government funds,” a source explained.
“Initial information suggests that the proposal lacked approval from both the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), yet the agreement was rushed to completion.”
Further allegations include claims that several individuals were appointed to senior roles at the foreign company shortly after leaving the ministry involved in the deal.
“As a result, witnesses, including the secretary-general of the ministry, are expected to provide clarification on the execution of the agreement,” the source added.
MACC’s Deputy Chief Commissioner (Operations), Datuk Seri Ahmad Khusairi Yahaya, confirmed the investigation but declined to provide additional details.
On February 16, media reports indicated that the MACC had opened an investigation following complaints from several non-governmental organisations (NGOs). These NGOs alleged that the agreement was rushed and structured in a way that could cause financial repercussions for the government.
The MACC also obtained several documents related to the agreement from the Economy Ministry on February 13 to aid in its investigation. – February 22, 2026