Kuala lumpur: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has identified Dubai, Singapore, and Indonesia as the primary jurisdictions from which it seeks to obtain documents through the Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) process. This initiative is part of an investigation into investment activities involving the Retirement Fund (Incorporated) (KWAP).

According to BERNAMA News Agency, MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman announced that the commission is collaborating with the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) to commence the MLA process. This decision follows the discovery that key documents related to KWAP's investments are believed to be located in these overseas jurisdictions.

Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman stated that investigators have already reviewed documents acquired from KWAP and the Ministry of Finance (MOF). He emphasized the importance of international cooperation, saying, "We believe there are documents relating to these investments that are held abroad. We will work with the AGC to secure the necessary cooperation for the MLA process."

He further highlighted that the focus countries for this investigation are Dubai (UAE), Singapore, and Indonesia. The announcement was made during a press conference following his opening address at the 22nd Secretariat Meeting of the ASEAN Parties Against Corruption (ASEAN-PAC).