Akhbar Satar

Public officials must declare assets

Public officials must declare assets

COMMENT | An effective asset declaration system can reduce abuse of power and corruption.

Money-laundering and the art world

Money-laundering and the art world

COMMENT | As long as there is something to hide, there is always a need for money-laundering.

What is kleptocracy?

What is kleptocracy?

COMMENT | Are you ready for the consequences of these actions?

Can we be safe again, here in Malaysia?

Can we be safe again, here in Malaysia?

There have been several shootings cases that have taken place in Malaysia these few months, with the latest taking place a few days ago.

Maintaining MACC’s independence

Maintaining MACC’s independence

Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) would like to extend its gratitude to the current Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner, Abu Kassim Mohamed, and Mohd Shukri Abdull as the deputy chief commissioner (operations), in view of their current reported retirement or non-renewal of their appointments in MACC.

The Dark Web - the Internet behind the Internet

The Dark Web - the Internet behind the Internet

The entire world is online. By using a standard browser together with an Internet connection we can get access to a wealth of information. The Internet makes it is easy to search anything online using common search engines. But do you know that there are also web pages which are not accessible through the normal Internet browsing?

Saving the children from paedophiles

Saving the children from paedophiles

COMMENT | Paedophiles are sociopaths and the disorder is chronic and lifelong.

Reminder on campaign expenditure for upcoming twin by-elections

Reminder on campaign expenditure for upcoming twin by-elections

Two by-elections will be held simultaneously this month - for the parliamentary seats of Sungai Besar in Selangor and Kuala Kangsar in Perak. Nomination is on June 5 and polling is set for June 18.

When would we learn our lesson from the Auditor-General’s Report?

When would we learn our lesson from the Auditor-General’s Report?

The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Malaysian Chapter (MACFE) is deeply concerned with the latest Auditor-General’s Report revelations of weaknesses and mismanagement in government departments. Many leakages are still seen to be openly occurred without fear, repeat year after year and this is evident every time the audit report is presented in Parliament.

Sarawak polls candidates urged to sign integrity pledge

Sarawak polls candidates urged to sign integrity pledge

Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) urges all Sarawak election candidates to sign the Election Integrity Pledge. Introduced in March of 2012 for the 13th general election (GE), the Election Integrity Pledge is aimed at encouraging politicians to show their commitment to governing the state while endorsing values of transparency, integrity and accountability.
Kudos to MACC for a great job

Kudos to MACC for a great job

Transparency International-Malaysia (TI-M) applauds the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) for taking action against a senior officer from the Youth and Sports Ministry who was alleged to have committed procurement fraud and corruption amounting to RM100 million over the course of six years.
How CPI determines the extent of corruption in a country

How CPI determines the extent of corruption in a country

Malaysia has climbed up three places in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) table for 2014. It was ranked 50th out of 175 countries, while in 2013, it was ranked 53rd out of 177 countries. Malaysia scored 52 points in the CPI score, two more points better than they did in 2013.
Don't go after The Edge, but real culprits

Don't go after The Edge, but real culprits

COMMENT Those related to 1MDB must tell full story, not go after the media.
Dudley International House deal the tip of the iceberg?

Dudley International House deal the tip of the iceberg?

Transparency International-Malaysia (TI-M) strongly urges the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to set up a task force immediately to conduct a full investigation on a certain group of Malaysian officials, who as reported in the Australian media are alleged to have used Malaysian government investment funds to bid up the price for the Melbourne five-storey apartment block, Dudley International House, from A$17.8 million (RM51.5 million) to A$22.5 million (RM65 million).
Include spouses in asset declarations

Include spouses in asset declarations

An asset profiling system should be introduced, and include spouses, dependents and business interests.
Due diligence a must to move up in integrity

Due diligence a must to move up in integrity

In a good governance regime, conflict of interests must be avoided at all costs by all. Any public policies and government projects must be undertaken with due diligence. Engagement with experts and authorities as well as concerned citizen groups is always good.
Militants vs terrorists, difference is in means

Militants vs terrorists, difference is in means

COMMENT Terms are used interchangeably to describe two distinct groups.
Fighting graft should be on agenda at Asean summit

Fighting graft should be on agenda at Asean summit

I refer to the article ‘Malaysia sets two main agendas as it assumes Asean chairmanship’ ( The Sun , Jan 1) early this week stating that the director-general of the Asean-Malaysia National Secretariat at the Foreign Affairs Ministry, Muhammad Shahrul Ikram Yaakob, had mentioned that Malaysia had identified two important priority areas out of eight which is hoped to be achieved during its tenure as chairperson which it will assume from Myanmar.
Impose severe penalties for corruption offences

Impose severe penalties for corruption offences

The Prime Minister, Najib Abdul Razak, has proposed to amend the relevant laws next year to impose heavier penalties on the givers as well as those who accept bribes. He also urged stricter action against those who gave kickbacks, including private companies.
Country needs laws to govern political financing

Country needs laws to govern political financing

Based on the latest Malaysian Corruption Barometer 2014 survey, it is very sad to find out from the survey that political parties, being the driving force of democracy, are perceived to be the most corrupt institution in Malaysia. The apex of any fight against corruption has to do with “tone at the top” and the political integrity among all the political leaders must be highly secured and maintained in this country.