MALAYSIAN Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki has paid tribute to the investigative officers and prosecution team responsible for the protracted and complex inquiry into 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), following the court’s decision bringing the high-profile case to a close.
Azam described the outcome as the result of tireless work that began in July 2015, reflecting over a decade of sustained investigative and legal effort.
“I wish to congratulate my investigating officers and the prosecution team who worked tirelessly from the very beginning of the 1MDB investigation, which commenced in July 2015, until its completion in the Court’s decision delivered today,” he said.
He highlighted the extraordinary commitment shown by MACC personnel, particularly in gathering evidence both within Malaysia and overseas.
The investigation faced numerous legal, technical, and jurisdictional challenges, requiring careful adherence to stringent legal standards before the case could be presented in court.
“Despite these complexities, the team remained steadfast in meeting the high threshold required under the law,” Azam added.
The Chief Commissioner also acknowledged the significant support of domestic agencies, notably Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), which collaborated closely throughout the investigation.
Equally critical, Azam emphasised, was international cooperation.
The process of securing evidence via Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) frameworks demanded coordination with multiple foreign authorities, including the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ), the United Kingdom’s International Anti-Corruption Coordination Centre (IACCC), the Office of the Attorney General of Switzerland, Singapore’s Commercial Affairs Department, and relevant agencies in the Netherlands and Barbados.
“Their professionalism and unwavering commitment to cross-border cooperation are deeply appreciated,” he said.
Despite the court’s ruling, Azam was keen to stress that the MACC does not regard this moment as one of personal triumph.
“For the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, this decision is neither a moment of celebration nor of personal pride. Rather, it reflects the fulfilment of our responsibility and duty to the nation,” he said.
Reaffirming MACC’s dedication to the rule of law, Azam underlined that the commission will continue to act impartially, guided by evidence, facts, and public interest.
“Our role remains to uphold the rule of law, guided solely by facts, evidence, and the public interest, in accordance with the trust and mandate entrusted to us,” he said. - December 26, 2025
