Malaysia Continues Reform Agenda to Halt 'Plundering' of National Wealth

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the government's dedication to continuing its reform agenda, aiming to halt the "plundering" of national wealth and ensure development gains are distributed more justly among the populace. He stressed that rescuing the nation requires fixing administrative processes to prevent the excessive distribution of wealth to specific parties.

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By that, we will save this country. How do we save this country? Stop the plundering practices. Fix the process.

"We must stop the practices of distributing wealth excessively to certain people who were not previously disclosed or debated properly," Anwar stated during his policy speech at the PKR National Congress 2026 in Melaka. He highlighted that the past three years have seen political stability, preserved security, and economic growth, which now serve as a basis for pursuing reforms more assertively.

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We must stop the practices of distributing wealth excessively to certain people who were not previously disclosed or debated properly.

Anwar emphasized that reforms extend beyond administration and economics to include the education sector, ensuring better opportunities for future generations. He cautioned against complacency, stating that the government cannot be satisfied with current achievements as continuous renewal and improvement are necessary. The reform agenda must prioritize the people's interests and strengthen national institutions and administrative systems.

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In the past three years, we have guaranteed political stability, preserved security, and a growing economy. Now, we must proceed more firmly with the reform agenda in several matters that are still pending.

The Prime Minister also addressed the importance of due process, stating that actions against those suspected of wrongdoing must be based on legal proceedings, not mere accusations or perceptions. "We continue to point fingers, don't. Let the enforcement agencies investigate professionally. Do not convict before we have certainty," he urged. He affirmed that firm action would continue against those proven to have violated regulations, stolen assets, or betrayed public trust, while ensuring legal processes are followed.

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We continue to point fingers, don't. Let the enforcement agencies investigate professionally. Do not convict before we have certainty.