Malaysia

Wan Suraya named new auditor-general

IIM chief replaces Datuk Seri Nik Azman Nik Abdul Majid whose contract ended last Feb

Updated 3 years ago · Published on 12 Jun 2023 11:59PM

Wan Suraya named new auditor-general
Datuk Wan Suraya Wan Mohd Radzi has previously served as secretary-general of the national unity and entrepreneur development ministries, and in several other capacities at the International Trade and Industry Ministry, including as deputy secretary-general for strategy and monitoring. – NOOREEZA HASHIM/The Vibes file pic, June 12, 2023

PUTRAJAYA – Malaysian Institute of Integrity chief executive Datuk Wan Suraya Wan Mohd Radzi has been appointed as auditor-general effective tomorrow, said Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali today.

Zuki said the appointment was made in accordance with Article 105(1) of the federal constitution and had received the consent of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah after consultation with the Conference of Rulers.

“Her appointment was based on her leadership qualities and vast experience in her 29 years of public service,” Zuki said in a statement.

Wan Suraya had also served as secretary-general of the national unity and entrepreneur development ministries, and in several other capacities at the International Trade and Industry Ministry, including as deputy secretary-general for strategy and monitoring.

Wan Suraya is replacing Datuk Seri Nik Azman Nik Abdul Majid, whose contract as auditor-general ended last February. – Bernama, June 12, 2023

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