MACC, FBI step up cooperation to tackle corruption, cross-border crime, says chief commissioner
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 24 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the United States Federal Bureau of Inves...
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) are strengthening their partnership to combat corruption and cross-border crimes, according to recent reports. Law Enforcement Attaché Varinder Singh led a delegation from the FBI to the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya today.
During a meeting that lasted nearly an hour, MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman discussed operational issues with the FBI representatives. The discussions centered on corruption linked to fraudulent activities and coordinating efforts to address cross-border crime challenges. Halim emphasized the importance of sharing experience, expertise, and best practices between the two agencies.
The visit also provided MACC officers with valuable opportunities to participate in various FBI programs and training sessions. Other MACC officials present included Special Operations Division head Datuk Y.S. Karunanithy, Intelligence Division head Datuk Saiful Ezral Arifin, and Legal and Prosecution Division head Datuk Saiful Hazmi Mohd Saad. FBI Assistant Law Enforcement Attaché Cody Kirk also attended the meeting.
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