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PM Anwar Demands Action on Corruption in One Week

1/30/2026

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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim challenged Malaysia's top enforcement officials to prove commitment to fighting corruption and smuggling within a week.
He warned that officials unable to fulfill duties should resign.
His remarks come as Malaysia ranks 57th in Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index with a score of 50.
Anwar aims for Malaysia to reach the top 25 by 2033 and urges agency cooperation to address border issues.

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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim challenged Malaysia's top enforcement officials to prove commitment to fighting corruption and smuggling within a week.
He warned that officials unable to fulfill duties should resign.
His remarks come as Malaysia ranks 57th in Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index with a score of 50.
Anwar aims for Malaysia to reach the top 25 by 2033 and urges agency cooperation to address border issues.