In a statement issued by the Royal Press Office on Monday (Feb 16), His Majesty stressed that graft is a betrayal of public trust and will not be tolerated in the country’s administration. “Do not think the fight against corruption is only focused on a handful of departments or those who give and receive bribes. Even those in the Royal Malaysia Police, the Immigration Department, the Royal Malaysian Customs Department and many others should be cautious,” he said. The King stressed that anti-corruption efforts must go beyond rhetoric or cosmetic actions, emphasising that no one is above the law. He also said immediate transfers should be carried out if officers fail to uphold integrity and discharge their duties honestly.

Source: The Star February 16, 2026 06:40 UTC