📢 Malaysia’s Path to Ethical Procurement Is Gaining Momentum
Public procurement plays a pivotal role in driving economic growth—fueling infrastructure development, enhancing public services, and fostering innovation. As Malaysia continues to strengthen public sector governance, a new report charts a compelling way forward: leveraging independent expert monitors to boost transparency, build public trust, and uphold ethical procurement practices.
đź§ The report, “Strengthening Integrity Pacts in Malaysia: The Case for Independent Expert Monitors”, was led by our President, Mr. Raymon Ram, as the principal consultant.
✨ Key Highlights:
- âś… Actionable recommendations to enhance Malaysia’s Integrity Pact framework, informed by voices from government, industry, and civil society.
- âś… Comparative insights from over 32 jurisdictions—including Mexico, India, and the European Union.
- âś… A phased, scalable model for integrating independent monitors into procurement processes.
- âś… Opportunities for digital innovation and multi-sector collaboration.
đź’¬ With Malaysia’s reform agenda under the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS) 2024–2028, and its alignment with global standards such as UNCAC, CPTPP, and IPEF, this paper provides a roadmap for implementation and confidence-building.
🌟 A more transparent, resilient, and collaborative procurement ecosystem isn’t just possible—it’s already underway.
