Anwar urges Customs to boost integrity, fight corruption

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) to continue strengthening the values of integrity among its officers and rank-and-file by emphasising that the government will not compromise on corrupt practices.

He said the government’s goal is clear and the practice of corruption and violations against efforts to elevate the nation’s status will be met with stern action.

“Irrespective of who the individual is… don’t ever smear the good name of the department and destroy the people’s trust in us,” he said in his speech in conjunction with the 43rd International Customs Day celebrations here today.

His text was read out by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Anwar also expressed his appreciation to all Customs staff for their services and sacrifices in boosting the country’s revenue and maintaining peace in the country.

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