PUTRAJAYA, March 2 -- The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has launched an investigation into former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob over allegations of corruption and money laundering.

In a statement released today, the MACC said the probe focuses on expenditure and fund allocations for promotional and publicity purposes during Ismail Sabri's tenure in office.

The investigation is being carried out under the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 and the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001.

The former prime minister was ordered to declare his assets under Section 36(1) of the MACC Act on December 11, 2024, with the official declaration on February 10, 20...