PUTRAJAYA: A foundation has been launched to provide assistance to officers of anti-corruption agencies who are victimised, persecuted or abused for carrying out their duties. The Perdana International Anti-Corruption Champion Foundation (Piaccf) is also meant to help those who have been intimidated, threatened or maliciously punished while on duty. Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said the foundation would be responsible for the International Anti-Corruption Champion Fund and to complement the aspirations of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (Uncac). The event also saw two anti-graft officers being honoured after having paid a heavy price in their efforts to combat corruption. Dr Mahathir said he was proud Malaysia had taken a leading role in addressing issues affecting anti-corruption officers, starting with the introduction of the foundation.

Source: The Star February 11, 2020 14:26 UTC