Special Task Force

CPI Special Task Force

A strategic Malaysian government initiative established to coordinate efforts aimed at improving the nation's standing in global Corruption Perceptions Index rankings.

Chairperson
Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar

Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar

Chief Secretary to the Government

Leading the nation's strategic initiative to enhance Malaysia's standing in global Corruption Perceptions Index rankings.

Introduction

Strengthening National Integrity

The Corruption Perception Index (CPI) Special Task Force represents a strategic government initiative established to enhance Malaysia's standing in global CPI rankings. This body coordinates integrated efforts across government agencies and independent bodies, reflecting the strong commitment of the Prime Minister and the Government of Malaysia to strengthen national integrity, governance, and anti-corruption systems.

The Task Force aims to position Malaysia among the top 25 countries in the CPI within 10 years, as outlined in the Mid-Term Review of the Twelfth Malaysia Plan.

Malaysia CPI ranking and score overview
Malaysia CPI assessment overview
Members

Task Force Members

Representatives from key government ministries, agencies, and expert professionals.

Members

Tan Sri Dato' Sri Azam Baki

Tan Sri Dato' Sri Azam Baki

Chief Commissioner, MACC

Dato' Nor Azmie Diron

Dato' Nor Azmie Diron

Ministry of Economy

Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa

Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa

Ministry of Communications

Dato' Hairil Yahril Yaacob

Dato' Hairil Yahril Yaacob

Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry

Rafidah Omar

Rafidah Omar

Head of Legal Advisory Division, Attorney General's Chambers

Datuk Dr. Mohd Bakhari Ismail

Datuk Dr. Mohd Bakhari Ismail

Public Service Department

Datuk Dr. Shahrazat Ahmad

Datuk Dr. Shahrazat Ahmad

Treasury (MOF)

Datuk Zambri Misman

Datuk Zambri Misman

Legal Affairs Division, PMD

Datuk Zahid Ismail

Datuk Zahid Ismail

Malaysia Productivity Corporation

Asliza Ali

Asliza Ali

Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission

Expert Members

Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar

Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar

Former Chairmain of Bursa Malaysia

Dr. Haji Mazlan Ahmad

Dr. Haji Mazlan Ahmad

Member of the Operations Evaluation Panel, MACC

Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai

Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai

Chairmain of BERNAMA

Prof. Dato' Dr. Sivamurugan Pandian

Prof. Dato' Dr. Sivamurugan Pandian

Professor (Political Sociology), USM

Raymon Ram

Raymon Ram

President of Transparency International-Malaysia

Dr. Muhammad Mohan

Dr. Muhammad Mohan

Former President of Transparency International Malaysia

Focus Groups

6 CPI Special Task Force Focus Groups

Specialized working groups addressing key areas to improve Malaysia's CPI standing.

FG 1

Enforcement

Strengthening legal frameworks, asset recovery, and prosecution capabilities.

FG 2

Public Fund Management

Enhancing transparency, accountability, and governance in public financial management.

FG 3

Business Competitiveness

Streamlining regulations and improving ease of doing business.

FG 4

Investment Risk

Addressing corruption risks in foreign direct investment and project approvals.

FG 5

Law Reforms

Reviewing and strengthening anti-corruption legislation and institutions.

FG 6

Strategic Communication

Enhancing stakeholder confidence through targeted messaging, public awareness campaigns, and transparent reporting.