To strengthen integrity and governance, the Pahang government will introduce the Corruption Risk Management (CRM) system and the ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) in all state government departments.

Menteri Besar Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail said the initiative builds on the successful implementation of these systems in state-owned companies and will be expanded to government agencies.

“These systems ensure each organisation has a robust anti-corruption framework, reducing risks of leakages and abuse of power,” Wan Rosdy (above) said in his speech during the signing of the state’s Corruption-Free Pledge in Kuantan today.

The CRM system helps organisations identify and manage risks related to corruption and misconduct, while the ISO 37001 framework focuses on detecting, preventing, and improving anti-corruption measures.

Meanwhile, MACC deputy chief commissioner (Prevention) Azmi Kamaruzaman likened corruption to a disease, stressing the dangers of addiction and its corrosive effects on the soul.

“Corruption addiction is like drug addiction. It isn’t easy to stop. But unlike drugs, corruption ends when an individual loses their position or power,” he said at the event.

Azmi also compared corruption to cancer, warning that it destroys individuals, families, and communities if left unchecked.

“As long as we hold power and influence, we remain at risk of corruption,” he added.

- Bernama

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