
MACC busts scrap metal smuggling rings, over RM950m loss in tax revenue
The raids were carried out by the MACC's Special Operations Division through the Multi-Agency Task Force, in collaboration with the Royal Malaysian Customs Department, the Inland Revenue Board, and Bank Negara Malaysia.

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- The Sun
Public-private collaboration key to fight corruption in Malaysia
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The Star
5 hours ago
- The Star
MACC's apology insincere, says family of Teoh Beng Hock
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Barnama
6 hours ago
- Barnama
Collective Public-Private Action Vital To Fight Corruption
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