Azam Baki shareholdings: Govt keeping report under wraps for now

The Malaysian government is amenable to releasing the comprehensive report compiled by a special committee that investigated former MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, concerning allegations of share ownership, provided that legal constraints are addressed. Azalina Othman Said, who serves as a minister in the Prime Minister's Department with a focus on law and institutional reform, stated that this disclosure would be contemplated if deemed necessary.

She emphasized that any decision would hinge upon existing legal guidelines, especially those pertaining to data privacy, the secrecy of investigation documents, asset declaration records, and the welfare of pertinent entities. The announcement, if required, will be made by the Chief Secretary to the Government's Office, as articulated in their media statement from March 31.

The Special Investigation Committee, established on February 13, concluded its investigation independently, transparently, and professionally. Its findings have been forwarded to the Cabinet, according to Azalina. This matter was previously broached on June 25. During a parliamentary session, Khoo Poay Tiong from the Parti Keadilan Nasional highlighted inquiries regarding the committee's conclusions on the allegations related to Azam's shareholdings, potential actions against him, and whether the government intended to make the report publicly available.