What’s happening to Tajuddin, Xavier cases, MACC asked

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PETALING JAYA: Two anti-graft groups have called for an update on the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission’s investigations into alleged cases involving MPs Tajuddin Abdul Rahman and Dr Xavier Jayakumar.

Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) said it was important for the agency to update the public on the developments in these cases, since MACC previously confirmed it was investigating Xavier, while Tajuddin had even been detained.

TI-M president Muhammad Mohan told FMT that MACC should avoid any negative public perception that the MPs’ cases could be swept under the rug if they supported the government.

“This is important for MACC to improve its image with the public. In Transparency International’s Global Corruption Barometer 2020, MACC’s approval rating among the Malaysian public was 74%.

“This can be improved if MACC regularly engages with the public and acts without fear or favour. However, remaining silent and not updating will lead to a trust deficit among the public on its independence,” he said.



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