SPRM digesa beri status laporan kargo petroleum selepas 2 bulan

A maritime observer has urged the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Agency (SPRM) to provide a formal response to a report filed two months ago regarding allegations of petroleum cargo tampering. R Jeyenderan, a maritime expert, wrote to SPRM's Chief Commissioner Abdul Halim Aman on the same day, stating that his organization has not yet received official confirmation on the status of the report filed on June 5th.

According to him, they had submitted documents and information and attended a meeting when requested. He wishes for a formal ruling on whether the operation can continue, be suspended, or be subject to additional controls. This uncertainty is concerning the control and movement of cargo as industry players need clear guidance on control measures.

The issue also touches on compliance, government performance, and cargo eligibility, he said in a statement. He also asked SPRM to clarify whether the report is still under investigation, has been closed, or has been terminated without resolution. On July 8th, Jeyenderan visited SPRM headquarters and was informed by a investigating officer that the investigation is still ongoing and requires time.

The report, filed on June 5th, relates to allegations of cargo mix-up and physical movement of petroleum cargo at Tanjung Langsat Port, Johor. On July 10th, Jeyenderan informed that the complaint is being evaluated by SPRM's Information Evaluation Unit (JMM). On July 28th, he also requested the Royal Malaysia Customs Department to explain the K8 procedure after the cargo was loaded into the storage tank to ensure consistent control and documentation.

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