THE investigation paper involving the DOE Director General and Deputy Director General has been completed and submitted to the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) with a recommendation for charges, said MACC Chief Commissioner, Tan Sri Azam Baki.
"Regarding the case involving the Department of Environment DG and deputy DG, the investigation paper has been completed and presented to the AGC with a recommendation for charges.
“The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is awaiting the implementation of charges by the AGC against the two senior DOE officers in the near future," he said.
According to him, the investigation paper against the DOE DG was presented on 26 February 2026, while for the Deputy DG, on 6 March 2026.
The issue of e-waste and plastic waste management is among the challenges that the country has been facing for a long time, especially in areas affected by irregular disposal and processing activities.
Complaints related to air, water and soil pollution also affect the well-being of residents, thus demanding concerted action from various parties, including enforcement agencies.
“The problem of e-waste and solid plastic waste has affected the people for a long time and has not been resolved despite many complaints of pollution.
“Finally, MACC has acted by investigating and arresting those entrusted with protecting the environment,” he added.
He also stressed that any element of corruption can have wider implications, including environmental sustainability and public health.
MACC has led the Special Task Force on the Management of Plastic Waste and E-Waste Import Enforcement, which is chaired by Azam.
The establishment of this task force was made following serious findings regarding the smuggling of electronic waste, including reports of hundreds of e-waste containers stranded at ports and potentially polluting the environment.
This task force involves 12 agencies, including the DOE, the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM), the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (MCBA), and the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), to strengthen controls at the country's entry points. – March 25, 2026
