SPRM digesa beri status laporan kargo petroleum selepas 2 bulan

A maritime observer has urged Malaysian Anti-Corruption Authority (SPRM) to provide a written response regarding a report of petroleum cargo mix allegations that was filed over two months ago. R Jeyenderan, who sent a letter to SPRM's Chief Commissioner Abdul Halim Aman yesterday, stated that his organization has yet to receive formal confirmation regarding the status of the June 5th report.

According to him, they have submitted documents and information, and attended meetings as requested. He wants a formal decision on whether the operation can continue, be suspended, or be subject to additional control. This uncertainty complicates cargo control and movement as industry players require clear guidance in their decision-making.

The issue also touches on compliance, government performance, and cargo eligibility, he added in a statement. He also asked SPRM to clarify whether the report is still under investigation, closed, or terminated. On July 8th, Jeyenderan visited SPRM headquarters and was informed by a surveillance officer that the investigation is ongoing and requires more time.

The allegation, which relates to cargo mix charges with physical movement of petroleum cargo at Tanjung Langsat Port, Johor, was made on June 5th. Jeyenderan informed on July 10th that the complaint is being assessed by SPRM's Assessment Office (JMM). On July 28th, he also requested the Royal Malaysian Customs Department to explain the K8 procedure after the cargo was loaded into storage tanks to ensure uniform control and documentation.

Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook announced on August 13th that he would seek clarification from the Finance Ministry regarding doubts about tax implications for mixed petroleum cargo in inland tanks.