PUTRAJAYA, May 13 — Newly appointed Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman has vowed to intensify efforts to combat corruption, abuse of power and malfeasance, while pledging stronger enforcement, greater transparency and improved public trust in the agency.

Abd Halim said restoring public confidence in the MACC was an urgent priority, stressing that the commission must remain firm, transparent and accountable while being fully guided by the rule of law, according to national news agency Bernama.

“Corruption in any form is completely unacceptable and represents a serious betrayal of the people and a threat to the nation’s future,” he said, adding that all Malaysians must work together to reject corruption.

He said the MACC under his leadership would act firmly and fairly against any party found abusing power, regardless of rank or position, and would continue to strengthen whistleblower protection and strategic cooperation with stakeholders.

Abd Halim, who began his two-year contract today until May 12, 2028, also expressed appreciation to the government for the trust placed in him to lead the commission.

Earlier in the day, he arrived at MACC headquarters at about 8.20am, where he was welcomed by senior officers before taking part in a symbolic onboarding ceremony that included scanning his pass card and placing his palm on a digital tablet.

He later chaired a meeting with senior MACC directors, where he outlined plans to strengthen coordination between investigation and prosecution divisions to improve case management and ensure smoother court proceedings.

Among the reforms proposed were tighter internal coordination, enhanced operational efficiency, strengthened recruitment of investigation officers and continued public education efforts on corruption prevention.

Abd Halim also reminded officers to avoid any form of persecution or injustice in carrying out enforcement duties, while acknowledging that public perception of the MACC remains a key challenge that must be addressed through consistent professionalism and integrity.