Treat RM220m international maritime trade issue with same urgency as political cases, maritime expert tells MACC

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — Maritime sector authority Datuk Seri R. Jeyenderan has questioned the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) for not providing clarity on an international maritime trade dispute involving $220 million worth of petroleum cargo. Despite receiving several requests for updates, Jeyenderan, CEO of Maritime Network Sdn Bhd, has yet to receive a definitive answer regarding the status of his report lodged on June 5.

The case concerns discrepancies between the bill of lading and the actual movement of petroleum cargo at Tanjung Langsat, Johor. Jeyenderan's concerns stem from what he perceives as special attention given to cases involving politicians, while his report remains unresolved. He has been in contact with the MACC, submitting documents and information, but the commission has not provided a clear decision on whether the case will be investigated further or closed.

Jeyenderan alleges that the lack of a written decision hinders business confidence and poses a risk to Malaysia's reputation as a maritime hub. He has called for a clear, written answer to the status of the case, stressing that the issue transcends a local commercial matter and involves international trade regulations, Customs procedures, and government revenue.