JOHOR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has warned that efforts to combat corruption must be carried out without compromise across all departments and agencies under the Johor government. His Majesty, who is also the Sultan of Johor, stressed that integrity and administrative transparency are fundamental to safeguarding the state’s well- being and sustained prosperity. Also in attendance were Pasir Gudang City Council Mayor Datin Paduka Hazlina Jalil and Johor Land and Mines director Mohammed Shakib Ali. Describing graft as a betrayal of public trust, the King said such acts will not be tolerated in the country’s administration under any circumstances. “Do not think the fight against corruption is only focused on a handful of departments or those who give and receive bribes.

Source: The Star February 19, 2026 11:15 UTC