BANGI, January 25 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government has given full latitude to enforcement agencies to crack down on corruption, abuse of power and the illegal importation of electronic waste (e-waste), stressing that Malaysia will not be allowed to become a dumping ground.
He said the Cabinet had taken a firm decision to strictly prohibit such activities, adding that close monitoring is necessary due to persistent weaknesses and inconsistencies in contracts and tender processes.
Anwar said intelligence had revealed that between 2,000 and 3,000 containers of e-waste are smuggled into the country monthly through major ports, prompting intensified investigations by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission.
He added that several agencies, including the MACC, National Audit Department, Bank Negara Malaysia and the Inland Revenue Board, have submitted a comprehensive report on corruption and abuse of power, as the government moves to overhaul procurement systems to ensure transparency and accountability.
