PUTRAJAYA, MALAYSIA FEBRUARY 10, 2026 – Malaysia has improved its standing in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) published by Transparency International, rising to 54th place globally, according to a statement by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister expressed gratitude, stating “Alhamdulillah” for the progress, which he attributed to the Kerajaan MADANI‘s sustained efforts to combat systemic corruption and strengthen governance structures.
Anwar credited aggressive enforcement actions by key agencies including the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (SPRM), Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), Inland Revenue Board (LHDN), and Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM). He highlighted the recovery of over RM15.5 billion in public funds through asset seizures, money recovery operations, and the dismantling of long-standing corruption syndicates and leakages that had affected national finances.
The Prime Minister emphasized a zero-tolerance approach, noting decisive actions against misconduct in strategic sectors such as defence, the exposure of high-profile corruption cases, and the breaking up of cartels. He stressed that “no one is above the law,” underscoring the government’s commitment to restoring public trust and safeguarding national integrity.
“This achievement is also a reminder for us to redouble our efforts in fighting corruption consistently and courageously, to restore people’s confidence and ensure the nation’s trust is protected,” Anwar wrote, accompanied by relevant hashtags including #MalaysiaMADANI, #MADANIbekerja, #RancakkanMADANI, and #JenteraMADANI.
The announcement comes amid ongoing public discussion on anti-corruption matters, including recent media reports and calls for investigations into high-profile figures and institutions. Some online responses to the post welcomed the ranking improvement as evidence of consistent reforms, while others urged faster progress toward higher global benchmarks or questioned specific ongoing cases.
Malaysia’s rise in the CPI reflects perceived improvements in public sector transparency and accountability under the current administration. The government has repeatedly positioned the fight against corruption as a core pillar of its MADANI framework. Further details on the exact CPI score and year-on-year change are expected as Transparency International releases its full report.
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