Government Considers RCI Into Corporate Mafia Allegations

In a written reply to a parliamentary query from Kota Melaka MP Khoo Poay Tiong in the Dewan Rakyat, Saifuddin outlined that the government remains open to forming a high-level RCI provided there are clear grounds, concrete facts, and compelling justifications establishing the need for an independent, comprehensive probe. The allegations center on claims that rogue individuals, acting in concert with corrupt enforcement officials, abused regulatory powers and law enforcement mechanisms to intimidate business owners, artificially depress share prices, and execute forced corporate takeovers across public and private enterprises.

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Saifuddin detailed that Bukit Aman’s Anti-Money Laundering Investigation Team launched “Ops Viking” following intelligence reports of illicit money laundering and unlawful coercion. Investigations were formally initiated under Section 4(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA). The Home Minister assured lawmakers that police investigations are actively pursuing every lead to identify key perpetrators and masterminds. Saifuddin stressed that while criminal law enforcement processes are currently underway, the Cabinet will evaluate the final investigation findings before making a definitive recommendation on whether an RCI is required to safeguard Malaysia’s corporate governance and investor confidence.

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