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Abdul Halim begins duties as MACC Chief Commissioner

PUTRAJAYA: The new Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman, officially began his duties today. He replaces Tan Sri Azam Baki who retired after 42 years of service in the MACC yesterday. Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, in a statement today, congratulated Abdul Halim on his appointment as the new MACC Chief Commissioner effective today. "God willing, I believe that his credibility and experience in the legal field will continue to provide added value, strengthen the role and elevate the MACC's position as a prestigious enforcement body both domestically and internationally. Happy serving!" he said in a post on his official Facebook page today. Shamsul Azri also shared a photo of the handing over of Abdul Halim's appointment letter as the new MACC Chief Commissioner. Meanwhile, Shamsul Azri also expressed his appreciation to Azam and described the many successes and reforms that have been implemented in leading the MACC as a superior enforcement body. "Tan Sri (Azam)'s service will always be remembered and hopefully he will continue to contribute to the country in whatever capacity he may be in the future," he said. On April 25, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim approved the appointment of Abdul Halim, who is also a former High Court Judge, as the new Chief Commissioner of the MACC, effective May 13. -- BERNAMA

PUTRAJAYA: The new Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman, officially began his duties today. He replaces Tan Sri Azam Baki who retired after 42 years of service in the MACC yesterday. Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, in a statement today, congratulated Abdul […]