Tony Pua Calls for Detailed Disclosure on Source of Funds Behind Azam Baki’s RM800,000 Shareholding
PETALING JAYA, Feb 11 — Tony Pua has urged a fuller explanation from Azam Baki, chief commissioner of the Malaysia Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), regarding the source of funds used to acquire shares worth RM800,000 in a financial services company.
In a statement today, Tony argued that the issue goes beyond whether the shareholding was properly declared to the Public Service Department (JPA). Instead, he said, the central question concerns how a senior civil servant accumulated sufficient funds to undertake an investment of that magnitude.
“The matter is not limited to declaration or disposal. The fundamental issue is the origin of the funds and the financial capacity behind such an acquisition,” he said.
Tony stressed that as head of the country’s principal anti-corruption enforcement agency, Azam is subject to heightened public scrutiny. He maintained that detailed clarification is necessary to preserve institutional credibility and prevent negative public perception.
Azam had earlier stated that the RM800,000 shareholding was declared in accordance with established procedures and that the shares were purchased and disposed of within the same year. He also emphasised that the transaction was conducted transparently.
Nonetheless, Tony contended that public confidence depends not only on procedural compliance but also on clear accountability regarding financial standing.
Given MACC’s central role in upholding integrity and combating corruption, the issue is expected to remain under public attention as calls for greater transparency continue.
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