‘Good governance steps in Budget 2023 commendable, but follow-ups necessary’

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KUALA LUMPUR – Although Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s revised Budget 2023 has commendable promises on good governance and anti-corruption efforts, they will only bear fruition if translated into actual actions, said anti-graft watchdogs. 

Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) president Muhammad Mohan said besides apparent steps in the war against corruption, tangible outcomes of such measures should also be presented to citizens.

“Such transparent disclosures will result in positive perception towards the government’s commitment to combat corrupt practices, while allowing the people to judge for themselves the actions undertaken by (Anwar’s) administration,” he told The Vibes.

Referencing Putrajaya’s cancellation of the RM7 billion Jana Wibawa project that was awarded under direct negotiation by previous administrations, Muhammad said the “positive” decision should be coupled with follow-up details.

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