Malaysia's improved ranking in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) proved that the efforts implemented the last five years are on the right path, said Datuk Seri Idris Jala.
The Performance Management and Delivery Unit (PEMANDU) chief executive officer said when the Government Transformation Programme (GTP) was started in 2010, Malaysia ranked 56th.
“This ranking also corresponds with other international indicators such as World Bank Doing Business survey which saw Malaysia progress from 23rd place in 2010 to 6th in 2014. This means the National Transformation Program is on the right track," he said in a press statement today.
The CPI report for 2014 categorise Malaysia as above average range when it ranked 50th out of 175 countries.
This is three spots higher than its 53rd place last year, achieved with a score of 52 per cent, similar to its highest score achieved in 2003.
"Nonetheless, more work needs to be done and the dedication towards eliminating corruption must continue," Idris said.
Meanwhile, PEMANDU Anti-Corruption NKRA Director Ravindran Devagunam said the rise in the CPI scores should be attributed to the collective efforts of various parties in enhancing anti-graft practices.
“The move to table the Auditor General Report at every Parliament session has also contributed to the perception that there is an increased transparency demonstrated by the government, coupled with a bold step taken by the Chief Secretary General to the Government and his Secretary Generals to engage the media on issues highlighted in report.
“This is the best score we’ve achieved over the past ten years, however we will not rest on our laurels and moving forward, we need to make a step change in delivery to further improve our rankings,” he said in the same statement.
The CPI, administered by Transparency International is an index that reflects the perceived level of public sector corruption among 175 countries.
Each country’s score is derived from a combination of twelve surveys and assessments of corruption, collected by a variety of reputable institutions.
Transparency International is a globally recognised coalition with a steadfast purpose against all forms of corruption.
T K Letchumy Tamboo
Wed Dec 03 2014
Malaysia has been ranked 50th out of 175 countries, in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) for 2014, which is categorised as the above average range.
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