KUALA LUMPUR: The role of the Malaysian Institute of Integrity (IIM) must continue to be strengthened to enhance governance not only in the public sector but across all segments of society, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Shamsul Azri stated that this effort aligns with the objectives of the MADANI Government, which seeks to position Malaysia as a nation of high integrity that is also respected on the global stage. He highlighted that IIM’s recent launch of its strategic plan, anchored on four core pillars, is a significant step toward achieving this goal.
He elaborated that these core pillars include IIM’s role as a premier think tank at national and international levels and its commitment to strengthening strategic collaborations domestically and abroad to expand best practices in integrity. Additionally, IIM serves as the lead organisation for education and advocacy on integrity while fostering sustainable governance practices.
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ing his speech at the IIM Two-Decade Appreciation Ceremony at the IIM Auditorium, Shamsul Azri emphasized the importance of civil servants performing their duties honestly and fairly while avoiding corruption and abuse of power. He affirmed that integrity is the backbone of the nation’s administrative system, ensuring that decisions are made for the benefit of the people, not for personal gain.
He also noted that the ongoing Public Service Reform Agenda initiated by the government incorporates the values of integrity, which form one of the key outcomes of the First Reform Core – Values and Governance, under the Integrity and Accountability Strategy. Shamsul Azri urged leaders to bear the responsibility of ensuring that the culture of integrity thrives, stating that they must lead by example to demonstrate integrity in all actions as public trust in the government is an invaluable asset.
Also attending the event were IIM Chief Executive Officer Rahman Mohd Din and Tan Sri Kamaluddin Abdullah, who represented
former Prime Minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.