Why involve my 12-year-old, Saravanan says on MACC asset declaration orders

Former HR minister M Saravanan has expressed concern over the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's (MACC) decision to summon his 12-year-old son for an asset declaration notice. Saravanan questioned why a child had to be present at the MACC headquarters and suggested that the information could have been provided through his parents or an appropriate representative.

He acknowledged MACC's broad power to seek information from relatives under investigation but emphasized that discretion and sensitivity should be exercised, especially when a child is involved. Saravanan, who has no objection to declaring his assets, expressed concern over subjecting his child to this stress and worry. The MACC has issued notices to Saravanan, his wife, and three children to declare their assets, with a 30-day deadline for compliance.

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