The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is investigating a RM1.1 billion investment case tied to a strategic cooperation agreement between the Ministry of Economy and UK semiconductor firm Arm Limited. The probe, launched on February 16, 2026, followed complaints from NGOs alleging the deal was rushed and biased [1, 2, 3].
MACC has recorded statements from 26 individuals related to the RM1.1 billion case. Among them are Pandan MP Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and his former aide Chai Jin Shern [1, 2, 3]. The investigation is conducted under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009 and Sections 420 and 409 of the Penal Code [1, 2, 3].
MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said the probe "may take some time" as it involves coordination with Taiwan and the United Kingdom, where mutual legal assistance is being sought to obtain statements [1]. He added the commission has received voluntary documents from some parties, which are under review [1].
In Terengganu, MACC has remanded two suspects over alleged misappropriation of about RM800,000 in public funds. The case involves falsified documents and covers offences committed in 2023 and 2024. Initially, three suspects were detained, including a former senior administrative assistant executive, a company owner, and a civil servant; one was released for health reasons [4, 5, 6]. MACC spokesperson Hazrul Shazreen Yazid said, "We can confirm the detention of the suspects and the investigation is ongoing. We are looking into all aspects of the case thoroughly" and noted the possibility of further arrests [4]. The case is investigated under Section 18 of the MACC Act [4, 5, 6].
In Ipoh, three individuals were arrested over false medical claims totaling about RM53,000. The claims were for physical rehabilitation treatments that were never provided. The suspects include a married couple and a company director. The couple was remanded for 7 days starting May 19, while the third suspect was remanded for 5 days [7, 8, 9, 10]. The false claims case falls under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009, which carries penalties of up to 20 years in jail and heavy fines [9, 10].
MACC is also seeking two Malaysian men, Jung Tsen Hee (54) and Mohd Ridhuan Chee (41), to assist investigations with court proceedings scheduled from May 20 to July 1, 2026 [11].
Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman took over as MACC chief commissioner on May 13, 2026 [1, 2, 3]. The agency’s investigations in these cases continue with no announced deadlines, as the cross-border RM1.1 billion probe and other inquiries advance.
