KUALA LUMPUR – Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman officially commenced his duties today as the new chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), taking over from Tan Sri Azam Baki, who retired yesterday after 42 years with the agency.
Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar congratulated Abdul Halim on his appointment in a Facebook post.
“I believe his credibility and experience in the legal field will continue to add value, strengthen the role of the MACC and elevate its standing as a prestigious enforcement agency both domestically and internationally,” he said, as quoted by Bernama.
Shamsul Azri also shared photographs of Abdul Halim receiving his appointment letter as the new MACC chief commissioner.
He expressed gratitude to Azam for his four decades of service, noting that “many achievements and reforms were implemented under his leadership in steering the MACC as a leading enforcement body. Tan Sri Azam’s contributions will always be remembered, and I hope he will continue contributing to the country in whatever capacity in the future.”
Abdul Halim’s appointment, confirmed on April 25 with the consent of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, is for a two-year term effective until May 12, 2028.
The MACC welcomed Abdul Halim, issuing a statement wishing him success. “The entire MACC workforce extends its congratulations and wishes him success in leading efforts to strengthen integrity, governance and the nation’s anti-corruption agenda,” it said. – May 13, 2026