Malaysian Anti Corruption Commission Probes Alleged Money Laundering Scheme at IJM Corp Amid Sunway Takeover Bid
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has launched a probe into IJM Corp regarding an alleged 2.5 billion ringgit scheme during a major takeover bid.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Malaysia 
MYhas confirmed it is conducting an investigation into an alleged 2.5 billion ringgit money laundering scheme involving IJM Corporation Berhad . This confirmation follows reports that the anti-graft body has already questioned nine individuals as part of the ongoing probe. The investigation comes at a sensitive time for the builder, appearing just days after Sunway Berhad announced a $2.71 billion takeover bid for the company.
MYhas confirmed it is conducting an investigation into an alleged 2.5 billion ringgit money laundering scheme involving IJM Corporation Berhad . This confirmation follows reports that the anti-graft body has already questioned nine individuals as part of the ongoing probe. The investigation comes at a sensitive time for the builder, appearing just days after Sunway Berhad announced a $2.71 billion takeover bid for the company.According to Azam Baki azam baki, the MACC Chief Commissioner, statements have been taken from nine people, although he noted it is still too early to comment on any specific findings. Among those questioned were several company officials, including the chairman of IJM Corporation Berhad, Krishnan Tan krishnan tan. The commission has identified two of the nine individuals questioned as persons of interest in the case. Krishnan Tanhas reportedly met with the authorities and is cooperating fully with the investigation.
