KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will file a notice of appeal against the Kuala Lumpur High Court’s decision today, which dismissed the prosecution’s application for an access restriction order against RM548 million in investment funds.

The investment funds are alleged to belong to the wife of former finance minister Toh Puan Na’imah Abdul Khalid, her son and seven other parties, and are held in several bank accounts in Singapore.

“Following the Kuala Lumpur High Court’s decision, the MACC will file a notice of appeal soon, and the matter has been brought to the attention of the Attorney General’s Chambers,” it said in a statement.

Yesterday, High Court judge Datuk Mohd Arief Emran Arifin dismissed the prosecution’s application after finding that the prosecution had failed to meet the requirements under Section 53 of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLATFPUAA 2001).

On June 19, 2025, MACC, acting as the prosecuting authority, filed an ex parte application to restrain Na’imah, her son Muhammed Amir Zainuddin, two individuals, five companies and any related parties from dealing with assets outside Malaysia, namely investment funds of £21 million (about RM121 million) and US$99 million (about RM423 million) held in Singapore.

The application was filed under Section 53 of AMLATFPUAA 2001, following investigations under Section 113 of the Income Tax Act and Section 4(1) of AMLATFPUAA 2001. — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 — The High Court today dismissed the prosecution’s bid for a prohibition order on approximately RM544 million allegedly owned by Toh Puan Na’imah Abdul Khalid, her son, and seven others in Singapore bank accounts.

Judge Datuk Mohd Arief Emran Arifin made the ruling after finding that the prosecution had failed to meet the requirements under Section 53 of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities (AMLA) Act 2001

“The test for Section 53 of the AMLA Act is not fulfilled. Therefore, the application is dismissed,” the judge said.

At today’s proceedings, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) deputy public prosecutor Mahadi Abdul Jumaat appeared for the prosecution, while Na’imah, her son, and the seven other parties were represented by lawyers Datuk Dr Gurdial Singh Nijar and Abraham Au.

On June 19, 2025, the MACC filed an ex-parte application to restrain Na’imah, her son Muhammed Amir Zainuddin, two individuals, five companies, and any related parties from managing overseas assets.

They claimed that the assets in question were investment funds totalling £21 million (approximately RM121 million) and USD99 million (approximately RM423 million) held in Singapore.

The application was filed under Section 53 of the AMLA Act 2001, arising from investigations conducted under Section 113 of the Income Tax Act and Section 4(1) of the AMLA Act 2001. — Bernama

SHAH ALAM, May 21 — Two investigation papers involving the voluntary acquisition of IJM Corporation by Sunway Berhad remain open and active following the discovery of elements related to alleged irregularities in the matter.

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Abd Halim Aman said investigations found elements that could be investigated under the MACC Act 2009 as well as the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA), involving two individuals.

He said that so far, the MACC had recorded statements from 13 individuals to assist in the investigation.

“The investigation papers for this case are still active because through investigations conducted by the MACC, we found elements that can be investigated under the relevant laws,” he told Bernama after a working visit to the Selangor MACC office here yester`day.

Commenting on another development, Abd Halim confirmed that the MACC’s investigation into IJM Corporation chairman Krishnan Tan had been classified as “No Further Action” after finding no elements of criminal conduct, misconduct or breaches of corporate governance.

He said investigations found that the proposed acquisition was carried out in accordance with the legal and regulatory framework set by the Securities Commission, although the proposal was later cancelled by Sunway Berhad.

Meanwhile, he said investigations into allegations of RM2.5 billion in money laundering were also found to be baseless after the MACC conducted joint investigations with Bank Negara Malaysia, the Inland Revenue Board and the United Kingdom’s Serious Fraud Office.

“The investigation found that it involved minor assets in the form of legitimate financial investments through international banking institutions and managed professionally through lawful channels,” he said.

He said the UK’s Serious Fraud Office had also confirmed that it had never conducted any investigation related to the alleged flow of funds.

Last March, the MACC announced that it had opened investigation papers concerning several issues involving the company, including financial transactions and overseas investments worth approximately RM2.5 billion. — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 — Local feature Konspirasi, directed by Ghaz Abu Bakar, hit cinemas nationwide today.

Malaysia has seen its fair share of movies centred on uniformed forces and national security agencies, including Polis Evo, Legasi: Bomba The Movie, Paskal, and Takluk: Lahad Datu.

This time, however, audiences will get a glimpse into the world of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).

Released by Elepfilm Entertainment and Asia Tropical Films, with Primeworks Studios as the official marketing partner, the film combines political intrigue, action, and cyber investigations in a high-stakes thriller.

Star-studded cast and gripping storyline

Datuk Adi Putra leads this feature alongside Hisyam Hamid, Alicia Amin, Shiqin Kamal, Che Puan Sarimah Ibrahim, Amir Nafis, Roy Azman, and Esma Daniel.

The story centres on a hidden server containing classified intelligence linked to corrupt politicians and overseas financial transactions.

To prevent the information from falling into the wrong hands, Tan Sri Kamil (Roy Azman) assigns an elite MACC team led by Adli (Adi Putra), together with Ily (Shiqin Kamal), Dhani (Hisyam Hamid), and Maya (Alicia Amin), to carry out a covert operation.

The mission, however, spirals out of control after portions of the data are leaked to the media and the dark web, triggering a national political crisis.

Public trust in the MACC begins to erode as suspicions emerge of an insider betraying the agency from within.

The team behind new Malaysian feature ‘Konspirasi’ pose for a photo during the film’s gala premiere on Monday at GSC IOI Putrajaya. — Picture courtesy of Primeworks

As tensions escalate, Adli and his team discover they are entangled in a much larger conspiracy involving cyberattacks, political manipulation, and foreign interference aimed at destabilising the country.

The choice to tackle cybercrime and corruption for ‘Konspirasi’ 

Director Ghaz said the decision to merge cybercrime and corruption themes in Konspirasi reflects realities that are increasingly relevant today.

“It’s not just about touching on taboo topics, but about showing both the good and the bad — that good deeds will be rewarded, and wrongdoing will face consequences,” he said during a press conference at GSC IOI Mall, Putrajaya, on May 18.

Ghaz added that corruption is not unique to Malaysia, but a global issue with far-reaching consequences.

“What I am trying to convey is for the next generation — when they watch this film, they will understand the impact of corruption, and how it can escalate to the point of affecting families and future generations,” he said.

He described Konspirasi as a reflection of how power, greed and betrayal can destroy trust, adding that the fight for truth often comes with risk, pressure and sacrifice.

Reflecting real-world concerns

At the film’s gala premiere attended by Malay Mail, the movie indeed highlighted the growing dangers of cyberattacks and political corruption — themes that closely mirror real-world concerns.

Speaking about his role in the film, Adi Putra said the project carried an important message beyond entertainment.

“There are reasons that pushed me to act again.

“It is not about a comeback or about not having jobs,” he said.

Datuk Adi Putra embodies Adli in ‘Konspirasi,’ his latest lead in a local feature. — Picture courtesy of Primeworks

The actor acknowledged the realities of hacking, corruption, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence, which he said cannot be entirely controlled.

“We cannot stop the troopers out there,” he added.

Adi Putra also shared that he had personally experienced attempted bribery, revealing he was once offered around RM30 million.

He said films like Konspirasi play an important role in raising public awareness about issues that continue to affect society.

“This is not merely a popcorn movie, but one with an educational message,” he said.

The same sentiment was said with Che Puan, who plays Datuk Suraya.

“I’m quite a patriot, and this is something that to me sets out that message about loving Malaysia.”

“The message was really strong, and it wasn’t cliché,” she said.

Local productions continue to gain momentum in Malaysian cinemas, and Konspirasi aims to stand out by tackling timely themes surrounding corruption, technology, and power.

Konspirasi has opened in cinemas nationwide. 

SHAH ALAM, May 21 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is seeking mutual legal assistance to obtain statements from several individuals in Taiwan and the United Kingdom (UK) to assist in the investigation into the RM1.1 billion investment case.

MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said his party had contacted the Attorney General’s Chambers to seek assistance following the investigation which also involved the jurisdictions of the two countries involved.

He said the process was needed to enable statements and information from the individuals involved to be obtained legally in accordance with regulations and international law.

“This case may take some time in terms of investigation since it involves two different jurisdictions, we need to go through regulations, laws, and so on. So the investigation may take time,” he told Bernama after a working visit to the Selangor MACC office here today.

The visit was his first working visit since assuming his duties as MACC chief commissioner on May 13.

Abd Halim said that so far MACC has recorded statements from 26 individuals including Pandan Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and his former aide Chai Jin Shern.

Commenting further, he said that documentation for evidence materials for the case was being carried out, including documents submitted by Rafizi.

“We have received the documents from him and they are in our analysis and consideration. That also we will take into consideration, as he sent them voluntarily, we accept them and we will consider them,” he said.

The MACC opened an investigation paper into the case on Feb 16 following complaints from several non-governmental organisations (NGOs) who claimed that the project agreement involving a strategic cooperation agreement in the semiconductor industry between the Ministry of Economy and the UK company ARM Limited was made in a hurry and in a biased manner, which is expected to have a financial impact on the government.

The case is being investigated under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009 as well as Sections 420 and 409 of the Penal Code. — Bernama

GOMBAK, May 20 — The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has detected truck operators using special stickers believed to be intended to help their vehicles evade enforcement detection during operations in the Klang Valley. 

Sinar Harian reported JPJ Senior Enforcement Director Datuk Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan as saying that trucking companies are believed to have paid individuals or groups known as ‘tonto’ to monitor and relay the movements of enforcement teams.

“The group would tail JPJ officers once they go out for operations before relaying real-time location information to lorries carrying specific stickers,” he said at a press conference here today. 

He said the ‘tonto’ groups use communication devices to track enforcement officers, allowing the trucks involved to temporarily lie low until operations end before resuming their journeys.

“These lorries were also found to be using back roads to avoid detection and enforcement action,” he was quoted as saying. 

Muhammad Kifli issued a stern warning to truck operators against employing or engaging ‘tonto’ groups to shield their vehicles.

He said information on such activities would be handed over to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) for further action, including potential joint operations.

He added that JPJ will continue special operations on commercial vehicles nationwide to curb overloading, permit violations and technical non-compliance.

From 2024 to April 2026, a total of 2,580,954 commercial vehicles were inspected nationwide, with 415,846 vehicles taken action against for various offences under existing laws.

He said 45,986 notices were issued in 2024, increasing to 57,174 notices in 2025, while 14,885 notices were issued between January and April this year.

JPJ also carried out seizures involving 753 lorries for permit violations and offences under the Land Public Transport Act 2010.

Penang recorded the highest number of seizures at 133, followed by Selangor with 125 and Pahang with 101.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 — The Sessions Court in Kangar, Perlis, today acquitted and discharged former Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli’s son, Mohd Syafeeq Mohd Shukri, 37, of a charge involving the submission of a false claim worth more than RM19,000, without calling for his defence.

According to a report published by Berita Harian, Judge Datuk Nu’aman Mahmud Zuhudi made the ruling after finding that the prosecution had failed to establish a prima facie case against the accused at the close of the prosecution’s case.

In delivering the judgment, Nu’aman said the court’s role at the end of the prosecution stage was to determine whether a prima facie case had been proven.

He said the court examined two main issues throughout the trial, namely the testimony and verification of witnesses regarding the case evidence, as well as whether the accused qualified as an agent.

“Therefore, after examining the testimonies of the witnesses, the court finds that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case for the charge.

“The accused is discharged and acquitted without being called to enter his defence, and the bail money is to be returned,” he said.

Meanwhile, defence counsel Mohd Fadhly Yaacob said the decision marked the end of his client’s two-year struggle to clear both his and his family’s name.

“This acquittal also clears the family’s name, as well as that of the former Perlis menteri besar, which had previously been affected.

“We are deeply grateful that after 11 prosecution witnesses gave convincing testimony, the court carefully considered all the facts and legal issues before deciding to acquit Syafeeq,” he said.

At the same time, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission deputy public prosecutor Ahmad Fariz Abdul Hamid said the prosecution would file a notice of appeal within 14 days to seek a review of the ruling.

According to the charge sheet, Mohd Syafeeq was accused of submitting a document containing false particulars involving a Perlis state government service supply order with the intention of deceiving authorities over a claim amounting to RM19,505.10 on February 14, 2024.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 — Minister Hannah Yeoh said she is seeking a high-level briefing from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) this week to get a full update on the investigation into the controversial alienation of land at the Batu and Jinjang flood retention ponds.

The minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) said her office is arranging the urgent meeting to understand the outcome of the probe.

The issue gained national attention after it was revealed that the critical water bodies had shrunk by 70 per cent of their original size.

The Segambut MP stated that the briefing will involve all key agencies, including the Federal Territories Department, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), and the Federal Territories Land and Mines Office, New Straits Times reported.

“We have contacted MACC to obtain a full briefing on the outcome of the investigation, and arrangements are being made to hold it this week,” Yeoh said at a press conference today after launching a new sprint track at SJKT Segambut.

The minister previously described the reduction of the ponds as a “foolish decision,” revealing last week that 17 land lots within the zones were transferred to private developers starting from 2015.

While MACC had reportedly found no element of corruption in the transactions, Yeoh indicated she was not satisfied and required a more detailed explanation.

Following the revelation, she ordered an immediate freeze on all development permissions for the remaining lots.

Yeoh has vowed to update the public and media on the matter after the briefing concludes.