MACC Investigate Mirzan, Singapore Minister Corruption Charges, Malaysia Water System Problem | EP8

In this episode, we discuss the latest investigative efforts by Malaysia's MACC into the wealth of prominent figure Mirzan & the corruption charges against Minister S. Iswaran.
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[@usprotec]

MACC should also seek the help of our neighbouring countries especially Singapore to gather informations on money trace where many Malaysian hide their dirty and stolen monies in Singapore Banks even without interest at all. Singapore government should be willing to help in such corruption cases because Singapore hate corruption and bad dirty monies.

[@cheewailoke9199]

PAP MPs told to follow 'RULES OF PRUDENCE'.

[@blose4793]

In any international banks or corporations or even local banks in Singapore, gifts valued $200 or more, must be reported by all staff. Likewise, Spore civil service has similar rules. Iswaran can act blur and pretend that the gifts are low values from his perspective of super high wages. He is not above the law to ignore code of conduct and company rules. It's sad the hosts dare not talk about Mahathir children's wealth and how they amassed them.

[@westwoodly]

Concerning Mahathir's family immense wealth, and even Najib's and others in Malaysia as well, basically it's greed and power. To one money is king and power, to the other it's entitlement because your parent has "contributed" to the development and wealth of the country and the bumiputra thingy (as strongly expounded by MM himself). Why own so much for yourself - even products that are against your religious belief? The money and wealth they possess through their connections can feed many generations to come.

[@marinaabdulrahim110]

Exactly, what is corruption in Singapore is not corruption in Malaysia.

[@kays3956]

corruption is still corruption. The rules are pretty similar. The difference is worse on Singapore Minsters' millions of dollars of salaries, bonuses and pension funds. Gotta catch the fat rat.

[@lingth]

​​@@kays3956corruption in Malaysia can get discount . 12 years reduce to 6 years and discount on fines also.. lol, fat rat also can get discount

[@johnchua9387]

​@kays3956 Agree, corruption is still corruption and the rules are similar. However, the enforcement are miles apart.

[@kays3956]

@@johnchua9387 Malaysia has a wide agricultural economy so corruption is bound to happen like similar economies in Indonesia, Philippines, etc. Very hard to enforce and will take years to enforce. In a small city state like Singapore, even with its fat wallets, it also happens especially sensitive amongst civil servants. Maybe fairer to compare Singapore to other economies. What you see is Iswaran case, but there are also other cases, big and small. Even lower ranking civil servants particularly from Immigration are exposed to such things. We do. And with paper trail, very hard to escape from detection. Despite Singapore being small and efficient, it takes months and years to catch the culprits big and small. So, no need to romanticise Singapore. Corruption happens in Singapore too. Things are expensive and everything imported. So certain people do what they can to get by. I am not condoning and excusing corruption for the ordinary people. But for Harvard educated Minister on that million dollars salary, he clearly knew that it was corruption.

[@johnchua9387]

@@kays3956 Who is denying that corruption does not exist even in relatively clean Singapore? There is nothing to do with the size of the country. It has everything to do with the human behaviors. We are talking about enforcement here. Please don't come up with reasons that are laughable. If everyone thinks like you, obviously, the conviction to get rid of corruption is lacking in those countries you mentioned. Do you think tackling corruption is easy ? It is what the law enforcement department is going to do about it if corruption occurs. That's what I am interested to know.

[@kamhongtuck3852]

When Mr Peter reported there were portholes and water leakage near the area he resided to MPSJ and Road department, each of them was evading their responsibility resulting in water (money) wasted and flowed into the drain. Peter was helpless and the ex Minister couldn't give any advice to deal with the matter. Blast it out in the press how and I think the Harrappan Unity Govt will rush to the scene. Mr Peter, I would suggest u wrote down the bane if the person from both depts, u contacted.

[@shaun64]

Keep up the good work, for the algo

[@awequayzngs1780]

What are you comparing ? a Singaporean ikan blis and Malaysia jerung ?.

[@glimmerlad]

Kian Ming, you’re a rare breed of politicians and leaders who have values and integrity! Perhaps you can start an institute that delivers training in the ethics of governance.

[@asdf-fr8rq]

The authorities should go after all those who has gain their wealth via corruptions and favor at the expense of the nation's wealth. Unexplained wealth should be a something Malaysians should frown upon. THe chicken is coming home to roost. Put those so called "Malay nationalist" on trial and let them explain in court , how their ill gotten wealth can help empower the malays.

[@cgang6604]

Would be an eye opening encounter if you could invite guests such as 1) Professor Dr Jomo Kwame Sundaram, 2) Mdm Mariam Mokhtar and 3) Douglas Lim. Any reviews on policies/rules and regulations on mat rempit and mat lajak issues (e.g. Sam Ke Ting’s case)

[@kcchiok]

Tun is no longer relevant PMX should just ignore those provocation, and keep doing his best in the current position. let MACC continues to investigate all the past cronies

[@giant108]

The current Singapore corruption case is described as "making a mountain out of a molehill" as the favors received are considered as petty or insignificant compared to the corrupt practices of public servants in Malaysia. Even the hampers received during festive seasons far exceeded what Iswaran received.

[@WeikingTang]

This is why Singapore is ranked no. 5 on the 2022 corruption perceptions index while Malaysia is ranked no. 61. Singapore has zero tolerance on corruption.

[@asdf-fr8rq]

Malaysia corruption is hopeless and nothing to glorify about. Singapore is the silicon valley of South east asia with GDP per capita of USD133,894 while MAlaysia GDP per capita is only USD37,083. You are stupid to glorify Malaysian's corruption practice. Please remain in cave.

[@westwoodly]

Iswaran can't use all 10 tickets or one night F! race himself. He gave to his staff as well as colleagues himself I think.

[@lzy245]

@@WeikingTang Precisely, speaking of corruption as if it’s something to be proud of. C’mon, please be smarter and more rational.

[@Kaizer177]

Plz get in local councillor lili and kusa please Interesting to know more

[@user-qs9tp8sq3i]

Everyone is entitled to gifts. We are against corruptions and not gifts. Limit gifts to not more amount will do.

[@yvvonelee5026]

Gift at S$50 no need to report. Above that you have to surrender it to the PMO or if you like it, you can buy it after a cost evaluation.

[@kokleonglim8543]

Penang has the best local council team in Malaysia so far ... best talent and good governance and clean hand ... hope kerajaan pusat up lift to become 4th financial hub ... incoming years

[@jwyt2506]

I thought the best is MBPJ

[@bahloolstories5361]

What happen in Penang Chief Minister vs non alliance Exco members?

[@kokleonglim8543]

@@bahloolstories5361 be more specific ...

[@barryooi9474]

Done. Subscribed😊

[@awequayzngs1780]

MCA serving themselves more than the general public chinese, while the DAP is colour blind, and truly the only Malaysia building party, regardless of all the misconceptions from the majority of ultra malays in the political and religious party. 😀

[@TheTeaParty320]

We need to ask where the King and all the Sultans derived their ill-gained wealth. Take the Sultan of Johor, for instance, who solicits bribes from all MMH holders who choose to settle down and buy a house in Johor. I heard from a reliable source that they have to pay the Sultan’s Tax (no receipt provided) of as much as AUD$25,000 ( in this individual’s case) for the privilege of living in Johor.

[@Waliant8349]

I always wondered how do we check who is the local councillor in our area…

[@RP-vt6sp]

Google ahli majlis followed by your PBT(local council)

[@JST88x]

Speaking of CM Chow in Penang. There were rumours circulating that LGE was making a come back and tried to oust CM Chow after the recent state election. However, the penang state constitution stipulated that a CM can only hold office for two terms. This is the question I hope you both can clarify. Is it that a CM cannot hold power for two consecutive terms or that a person cannot hold CM power for more than two terms even separately?

[@Mr123qwa]

As a penangites, I do hope the head of DAP take notice that people are actually quite supported to the current CM Chow. And penangites are quite oppose of supporting a political dynastic, if the next CM is from Lim family, you could see a lot of vote swift toward other places

[@user-we8ep5fp6g]

We look at credibility and manifesto by a candidate no matter from a certain surname or family.

[@aDeMuze]

It's ugly bullying and unproductive noise made by a full set of ADUNs aligned to the Dynasty against the CM.

[@westwoodly]

Shift to more PAS rule - or even Mahathir in whichever new party he comes up with?

[@manamn3675]

Why not​@@westwoodly

[@rickyng1905]

Simple rule- as a public servant, you already enjoy a good salary, perks & fringe benefits & so don't accept "favours" of any kind/ in any form! In all govt. departments, investigate all complaints thoroughly, other than the normal " wear & tear " process, all other reasons are probably due to "people inefficiency"! Look at the problem/s & then look at the people entrusted in preventing problems ! Practise rewards & punishment policy & discipline falls in line automarically!

[@mjaff4politic]

38:05 When in LLN in the 70s and 80s we did have "development charges" to be charged to "future customers" so that the "first customer" need not have to fork out the whole cost of a project

[@johnardygoh6245]

Can’t compare SG and MY on current ‘quantity’ of corruption,and just reminded Minzan still under investigation,and for me as private citizen and Not holding public office only hv to declare my income to LHDN,just likes Mirzan

[@pikukikunang7342]

It's not just the monthly water bill we have to pay, we're compelled to pay RM104.00 yearly (for single storey terrace house rate) to Indah Water Konsortium too.

[@merlinf2869]

unlike malaysia, quid pro quo practise in public office in spore is not allowed, the monetery value involved is irrelevant or beside the point; which explains why, now RM4=1spore$ which in knowing memory was at par, an unmistakable indication of a long, backward slide. An indictment of the incapability in the management of state affairs, unbeknowing to those who are blind, of cause.

[@saukuenlum4835]

Can we request the list of the govt in charge of the all environmental offices

[@johnnylee6803]

Well well well humans today have forgotten who is Almighty God

[@rogerer7502]

Money & power still king

[@Kaizer177]

How about apple podcast ?

[@KelyhooOh-rw4vl]

About water, I do agree that water cut is bad, water in Sandakan is worst, probably in Malaysia. I can understand water disruption due to servicing or repair, But salty tap water is the one thing nobody should experience, not a few days or weeks, it is still on going since early 2023. If only you can get to the bottom of this issue.

[@axelfaiz]

Please add Malay subtitle. It's understandable if it takes time setting it up, but please consider it. By the way, great discussion.

[@vt4473]

I agree to this comment. Education and awareness shouldn't be limited to the English speaking Malaysians because we are just a small percentage of the rakyat

[@kisin]

Yes to young politicians on your show, please. If you can't make up your mind on the selection, bring them all on at once! I don't think I'm the only one more interested in hearing their views vs that of more experienced political stalwarts? Other suggestions are KS, and perhaps those from the opposition.

[@cwteh87]

Good podcast, nice setup between an ex MP and Deputy Minister that knows the inner workings of politics and public policy; with an everyday citizen that puts across common man questions 👍

[@bahloolstories5361]

The water supply in Sabah is ridiculous. Please buckle up.

[@hoongchan8789]

Water could be the reason for wars. Just replacing ancient leaking pipes is not enough. There needs to be a coherent national understanding and plan about water. It is a finite resource. Increasing the tariff shouldn't just be about maintaining the status quo but urgently about what can the nation do when rainfall becomes one third or half the yearly average? What is industry doing to recycle water or to use recycled water, like the semiconductor factories which are frighteningly guzzling enormous amounts of water. And we are not differentiating between raw water and treated water.

[@yuk4z3]

Gotta have timestamps guys

[@d7adict]

Time stamp pls. Don't be lazy. Tq

[@patrickwong9393]

investigate listed company involved in corruption!!!!

[@user-yg2cf6et6y]

100% support the plan to invite local councillors onto the programme, to brief and educate us on a workable report, action and solution delivery system🙏

[@patrickliew2222]

Hello….Where did your hay guy come from?

[@fun2follow.u]

there is an increase in water tariffs for Malaysians. I wonder how much Singapore is paying for our water if they are still consuming Malaysian water. Any chance to increase the rate since the contract was signed many years ago.

[@westwoodly]

Durian sold in Malaysia ought to be much cheaper than sold in Singapore and elsewhere of course. That includes Malaysian Musang durian ice-cream and other durian products manufactured and sold in Singapore. Singapore also re-sells treated water back to Johore in Malaysia at a higher price than people paid in Penang. Teh tarik and rote canai sold in Kuala Selangor is much more cheaper than those sold in Brickfields in KL and Batu Ferringhi. Stick to the contract signed - that's integrity and rule of law.

[@dyeen]

In 1987 Malaysia had the chance to review the price but did not do so. Probably because if they increase the raw water price sold to Singapore, the treated water price they buy from Singapore will also increase.

[@user-sq7ib6fr9e]

Whats your take on the latest influx of foreigners.

[@user-gw1tp9gl3c]

Equal allocation is not exactly fair. I think it should have a factor tied to the size of the constituency. Voters differentials from the largest to the smallest can be multiple times. And allocation to serve a constituency is defintely proportional to the population size.

[@chuaaheng]

Corruption first others will follow

[@kcchiew4247]

"White hair" in Sarawak still hold position in current local gov?

[@nonenone474]

Dr...if you say . given him because he is two term.... what about our bapa msia... when he passed away...the country not even giving a special....now he is over just like the bapa msia!!!!

[@kays3956]

Gift-giving for a public servant cannot be more than $50 in Singapore once upon a time. Not sure of the amount now. With S. Iswaran's salary, no reason to accept gifts worth more than $50. Singaporean Ministers are infamous for their super high salaries. Some of my public servants from Singapore would refuse even books that are worth more than $50 even though they helped the authors with research of the book. With their super high salaries, everything have to be inspected thoroughly. Why would you exempt the "imported" top officials from corruption when us peasants are told to keep to high standards?! He said he is not guilty. Our thick manifesto on corruption which all public servants are told to sign and exhort to reminds us of this constantly. So what if you think these are first class tickets to football matches, musicals and F1 races or trips? S Iswaran knows he accepts bribes. Bribes are bribes. Especially on your million dollar salaries, bonuses and pension funds. To me he is as guilty as hell. Pretty sure there are others who might have done something on a large scale or smaller. Depends on where you are looking.

[@oliverodell3105]

Ethics around bribes, compensation etc can be a text book answer and most large corporate companies have training and enforcement on it. With this in mind shouldn't we expect nothing but the best of ethical standards from elected officials that are representing the people?

[@awequayzngs1780]

Water loss before entering meter very high, common sense stuff! Quality of water service is very poor. We have flooding all over country annually, which is ridiculously foolishness, wastage of natural resources. We have a abundance of free rain water which we can really afford to provide very minimal tariff rate, similarly we can have toll free highway and tenaga national. This will enhance public productivity and national building across the board, building up nation capital .

[@jowong9596]

Staff discount if you are not a staff is actually wrong

[@anoyakashi8775]

Why is LKY owned so many companies…

[@awequayzngs1780]

Local council ?. Majlis daerah ?. 24 LC = makan gaji buta ?. Here a lot of hanky panky going on. A lot public problems are hanging in the air.

[@anoyakashi8775]

I like to know how Malaysian clean their money. How come so many ministers, datuks, datos etc bought so many property abroad. Did you check how the casino so close to the ministers, datuks, datos etc…MALAYSIA IS SO CORRUPT.

[@user-kw9jt4sb4v]

Is just wayang in Malaysia la.

[@astrometaqua411]

gray line is when there is a or future transaction, then perception can be linked. even when giving to a fren with the intention of seeking a favor later on, this can be considered tit for tat !........ it'all intention vs freely or volunteer without having intention of reciprocating

[@silvarajoomuniandy4316]

Be direct. Where did mirzan gather the money.

[@Sminsky]

I read the enquiry about Lee condo’s discount just now. The defence was that the discount was not only applicable to his family, but to other members of the public.

[@nonenone474]

All these r call in kind!!?!! When count on these....is considered as......is acceptable n is against the code of ethics!!!!

[@ogapadoga2]

Thanks to Najib for selling us Tanjong Pagar station and that long stretch of land. I love corruption.

[@nonenone474]

Please don't say fight back...he answers more diplomatic

[@asdf-fr8rq]

Genuinely you own a restaurant and if you want to treat the MP, you treatlah. IF there is a favor in exchange , then you are guilty lor....... After hearing the conversation between mr. Money, I am worried about how much more talent are left in Malaysia. THe logic sense of Mr. Money begs the question, does he really understand how society works? DOes he has any common sense? Is he asking stupid question????? really obvious stupid question.... like worst than a 10 years old boy.

[@tedchandran]

Jai Hinduja. Now many had lamented only hard-working Banglas seem to be serving fantastic Nasi Kandar to Malaysians and beome rich.

[@philippelee5720]

Do the ‘Right’ things…😂

[@user-ed9so2rb4k]

On the balance, can you sincerely say that DAP leaders do not play with "friendship" when they have a chance to nominate friends to those political institutions rather than appoint people with real experiences in that sector?

[@pearlyung]

Lee kuan yew has a discount when he bought a property isn't it? On 1MDB Singapore via new straits times and international banks were very very slow in their investigation and actions too. Singapore should get off their high horses.

[@thaimingyap1461]

Why r u going lame?

[@ifuknjk]

malysia so proud beat sg hands down as the most corrupt country in the world...compared sg is a baby....taking only sg$400,000.00 from ong beng seng.... total amt of 1mdb bribes is us$11,0000,000..00....spor lost to malaysia BIG TIME

[@asdf-fr8rq]

I hope the host educate himself on anti-money laudering law so that he could add more value to the conversation. Otherwise, he is opening his mouth and blabbing like a insurance, property or a 2nd car salesman.

[@superconnie5003]

You guys are obsessed with Singapore eh..

[@SivalinPuthery]

Why are you Malaysians always talking about Singapore? This has nothing to do with Malaysia, keep your own issues to yourself

[@Kash-is-King]

Then why are you, a Singaporean, here listening to a podcast by Malaysians? 😅

[@user-sk7xl6em1d]

Im not intrested at all what u 2 talk about. I dont like politic since langkah shereton. Its beter to talk about self politic to upgrade our own business.