January 26, 2026

UAE, Malaysia Sign MoU to Strengthen Anti-Corruption Cooperation

UAE

Abu Dhabi, The Gulf Observer: In a move to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Malaysia, the UAE Accountability Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to enhance collaboration in combating corruption and promoting transparency and integrity.

The MoU was signed at the UAE Accountability Authority’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi during the official visit of H.E. Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Haji Azam bin Baki, Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission. He was received by H.E. Humaid Obaid Abu Shibs, Chairman of the UAE Accountability Authority.

The agreement aims to strengthen institutional cooperation, promote the exchange of expertise and best practices, and support the development of effective governance and accountability frameworks in line with international standards in anti-corruption.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing joint efforts to combat corruption and enhance transparency, reflecting the shared determination of the UAE and Malaysia to uphold integrity and accountability across public institutions.

The signing of the MoU underscores the importance attached by both authorities to international cooperation as a key pillar in addressing corruption and reinforcing good governance in both countries.