Pressure mounts on Malaysia’s Anwar as allies seek new inquiry into MACC allegations

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Joseph SipalanFebruary 25, 2026 at 12:05 PM

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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is facing increased pressure as a key coalition partner, the Democratic Action Party (DAP), is demanding an independent inquiry into allegations of a "corporate mafia" operating within the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). The DAP is calling for a royal commission to investigate claims that senior MACC figures were involved with businessmen allegedly coercing corporate rivals. This demand follows media reports alleging misconduct within the MACC, including claims that officers collaborated with businessmen in corporate disputes. The MACC has refuted these allegations. The situation puts Anwar's reform agenda under scrutiny and adds to the challenges his administration faces in maintaining support.

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Reuters 30% Putrajaya 40% Bloomberg 40% Democratic Action Party (DAP) 70% Malaysia ×280% Anwar Ibrahim ×390% Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) ×490%

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malaysian anti-corruption commission 90% anwar ibrahim 80% macc allegations 80% independent inquiry 80% anti-corruption 70% corporate mafia 70% royal commission 70% reform agenda 60% misconduct 60% political adversaries 50%