Malaysia

MACC seeks UK assistance over Mahathir’s foreign assets

Anti-corruption chief confirms ongoing investigation into former Malaysian Prime Minister's overseas holdings

Updated 11 months ago · Published on 09 Sep 2025 1:08PM

MACC seeks UK assistance over Mahathir’s foreign assets
The probe forms part of a broader investigation into undeclared or suspicious wealth linked to current and former public officials - September 9, 2025

THE Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed it is seeking detailed information from authorities in the United Kingdom regarding assets allegedly linked to former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

Speaking at a press conference at MACC headquarters on Tuesday, Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the investigation into Dr Mahathir remained ongoing, with a specific focus now on foreign-held assets.

“We are currently in the process of obtaining information from UK authorities regarding assets owned by Dr Mahathir,” said Azam.

“If the information is successfully obtained, we will make an announcement in due course,” he added.

The probe forms part of a broader investigation into undeclared or suspicious wealth linked to current and former public officials, as the MACC continues efforts to trace funds and properties held outside Malaysia.

While Azam did not provide further details on the nature or value of the assets in question, he confirmed that requests for international cooperation were underway as part of the agency’s pursuit of financial transparency and accountability. - September 9, 2025

Spotlight

Anwar unveils six measures for Malaysians ahead of Merdeka

By Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Malaysia

Xavier Jayakumar warns racial, religious politics could erode Malaysia’s unity

Malaysia

DOE: Close schools, kindergartens if API tops 200

Malaysia

WhatsApp messages help rescue of two brothers lost in Bukit Putus

Malaysia

King grants audience to Anwar, briefed on Merdeka Day preparations

Opinion

Merdeka: This is our Malaysia – and you will not take it from us

By Vinod Sekhar

World

Covid-19 fears return in South Korea as mask, test kit sales surge

World

91 Malaysians still unaccounted for after Nepal-China floods

You may be interested

Malaysia

King grants audience to Anwar, briefed on Merdeka Day preparations

Malaysia

Desa ParkCity deaths: Post-mortem confirms man died from multiple injuries after fall

Malaysia

RM1b health digital push for faster treatment, better access for Malaysians

Malaysia

Cloud seeding operations to begin in Sarawak, Northern Peninsula on Sept 3

Malaysia

Palm oil entrepreneur loses nearly RM250,000 to fake investment scheme

Malaysia

Tajikistan eyes bigger role for Malaysia in Central Asian market

By Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Malaysia

Anwar warns Malaysians: Reject racial, religious division to protect unity

By Ian McIntyre

Malaysia

Haze: Emergency only in areas with API of 500, not the whole of Sarawak