Anwar: All government contracts to be fully transparent from 2027
KUALA LUMPUR: All government contracts will be made fully transparent from next year, with the public able to access details of successful contractors, contract values and project progress, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that all government contracts will be fully transparent starting from 2027, allowing the public to access information about successful contractors, contract values, and project progress. This measure will cover all public projects, giving communities the ability to assess the responsibility of contractors involved in developments such as schools, hospitals, universities, and roads.
Anwar emphasized that this transparency would allow everyone to read and see who won the contract, the contract value, the cost, and the project's progress, as well as the reason behind the selection of a particular company over others. The government will disclose project details, including contractor names and contract values, once the Government Procurement Act comes into force in 2027.
Anwar provided an example of a new secondary school in Tumpat, stating that residents should have access to full details of the project being built in their area, including the cost of the school, the cost of the land, and the contractor's identity. The prime minister stressed the importance of good governance and addressing leakages to ensure that funds are used for the intended purpose, such as education and healthcare, rather than being stolen by corrupt individuals.
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