PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa’s former political secretary G. Sivamalar has lodged a report with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) over a so-called bribery attempt during the drafting of the anti-smoking law. Sivamalar served as a special officer when Dr Zaliha was health minister. She was subsequently made her political secretary when Dr Zaliha was appointed a minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories)“Yes. She (Dr Zaliha) didn’t give any room for any serious offer (to be made). "I immediately informed Dr Zaliha of this request.

Source: The Star December 23, 2025 14:05 UTC