Malaysian Anti-Corruption and Governance Agencies: Functions, Strategies, and Backgrounds

What were the two bodies responsible for combating corruption in Malaya in early 1959?

The Anti-Corruption Agency (prevention) and the Special Crimes Unit (investigation).

What act led to the combination of the Anti-Corruption Agency and other forces into one body in 1967?

The Anti-Corruption Act of 1967.

What was the Anti-Corruption Agency renamed to in 1973?

National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).

What significant change occurred for the NBI in 1973?

It became a full-fledged department under the Home Ministry with greater powers to investigate corruption.

What year did the NBI change its name back to the Anti-Corruption Agency?

1982.

What act was passed in 1997 to empower the Anti-Corruption Agency?

The ACA Act of 1997.

What independent body was established in 2008 to combat corruption in Malaysia?

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).

What act officially replaced the ACA Act of 1997?

The MACC Act of 2009.

What is the motto of the MACC?

Fairness, Firmness, and Trustworthiness.

What is the mission of the MACC?

To eradicate corruption, abuse of power, and malpractice in Malaysia.

What is the vision of the MACC?

To create a corrupt-free Malaysian society based on high spiritual and moral values.

What are the functions of the MACC under Section 7 of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009?

To receive reports of offences, investigate suspected offences, examine public bodies' practices, advise on corruption elimination, educate the public, and foster public support against corruption.

What are the three strategies of the MACC to fight corruption?

Enforcement, Prevention, and Education.

What does the enforcement strategy of MACC focus on?

Detecting and investigating corrupt offences.

What is the focus of the prevention strategy of MACC?

Detecting the risk of corruption in work practices and advising on corruption likelihood.

What is the purpose of the Anti-Corruption Advisory Board (ACAB)?

To monitor the functions of the MACC and ensure transparency and professionalism.

Who are the members of the independent bodies monitoring the MACC?

Senior ex-government officials, politicians, professionals from business, academicians, lawyers, and respected individuals.

What is one objective of the MACC?

To incessantly eradicate all forms of corruption, abuse of power, and malpractice.

What year was the MACC established?

2008.

What does the MACC aim to convey to the public?

Independence, transparency, and professionalism.

What is the primary goal of community education against corruption?

To educate the public and enlist support against corruption.

What type of advisory service was provided regarding the Ramadan bazaar?

Advisory service to DBKL regarding the distribution of special plots.

How many audiences were reached through community education talks?

120,000 audiences through more than 2,000 talks.

What is AMAR in the context of anti-corruption education?

Anti Corruption Student Forces involving 20 public universities and other educational institutions.

When was the Governance, Integrity, and Anti-Corruption Centre (GIACC) established?

June 1st, 2018.

What is one of the main roles of the GIACC?

To advise the government on matters related to governance, integrity, and anti-corruption.

What does NACP stand for?

National Anti-Corruption Plan.

What is the purpose of the National Anti-Corruption Plan (NACP)?

To provide a government policy and directive related to the prevention of corruption.

What are the three main functions of the Malaysian Integrity Institute (MII)?

Education, advocacy, training; research and publication; strategic cooperation with stakeholders.

What is the Anti-Corruption Management System (ABMS)?

A system providing consulting services and training to strengthen integrity and governance.

What is the main function of the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC)?

To receive complaints of misconduct against enforcement officers and investigate them.

What does the National Audit Department do?

Performs audits on federal and state accounts to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

What is the purpose of the Auditor-General's Report (LKAN)?

To report on weaknesses and non-compliance by public agencies and suggest improvements.

What was the primary focus of the Public Complaints Bureau (PCB) when it was established?

To address public dissatisfaction with government delivery and administration.

When was the Public Complaints Bureau established?

July 23, 1971.

What is one of the strategic objectives of the NACP?

To implement 115 initiatives across 6 priority areas.

What is the role of the GIACC in relation to the implementation of the NACP?

GIACC is the main coordinator and works closely with stakeholders to secure implementation.

What does the Individual Integrity Profile (IIP) assess?

It measures individual integrity and work ethics through an online psychometric assessment.

What is the purpose of the Integrity Assessment Tool (IAT)?

To assess organizational integrity and propose solutions.

What is the significance of the International Anti-Corruption Day celebrated in Malaysia?

It raises awareness and promotes anti-corruption efforts nationwide.

What is one of the advisory services provided by MII?

Advisory services related to the development of Organizational Anti-Corruption Plans (OACP).

What does the term 'strategic cooperation' refer to in the context of MII?

Collaboration with stakeholders from various fields to strengthen integrity and governance.

What is the main purpose of the EAIC's functions?

To instill and improve integrity among law enforcement officers and strengthen public trust.

What does the acronym 'MARA' stand for in the context of AMAR?

Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Council of Trust for the People).

What is the significance of the date January 29, 2019, in relation to the NACP?

It marks the launch date of the National Anti-Corruption Plan.