Kuala lumpur: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has recorded 1,095 charges and secured 563 convictions from 2,633 investigation papers opened since 2024, said Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman. He stated that 583 of these investigation papers involved high-profile and public interest cases, demonstrating the commission's commitment to taking action regardless of rank or position.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Abd Halim highlighted that the MACC's focus extends beyond prosecuting offenders, with equal emphasis on dismantling corruption networks through aggressive asset recovery measures. Records from the Legal and Prosecution Division up to April 2026 show that a total of 115 asset forfeiture applications were filed in court, in comparison to 179 applications for the entirety of the previous year.
During this period, the MACC seized assets valued at RM16.49 million, froze assets amounting to RM425,464.60, and secured forfeitures totaling RM3.42 million. Additionally, compounds amounting to RM10.47 million were collected. In his inaugural address at the MACC Monthly Assembly, Abd Halim emphasized that he would not allow the people's rights to be eroded by those driven by greed.
He noted that the MACC is also enhancing the capabilities of its officers to address increasingly complex financial crimes involving advanced technology, cross-border transactions, and cryptocurrencies. Abd Halim stressed the necessity of using advanced technology, strategic intelligence, data analytics, and international cooperation to stay ahead of criminals.
Nearly a month into his tenure, Abd Halim introduced five key leadership principles: uncompromising integrity, fair enforcement, prevention over punishment, technology and transparency, and building public trust. He stated his personal principle clearly: "If you dare to do it, dare to take responsibility for it." He emphasized that no one in the organization should become a liability that tarnishes the image of the MACC, which he believes is currently at its strongest.