Public access to govt contracts available from 2027 - PM
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that all government contracts will be made transparent and accessible to the public starting in 2027. This initiative aims to curb corruption and ensure accountability in the use of public funds for infrastructure projects.
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Increased transparency in government procurement is a significant step toward reducing systemic corruption and improving public trust in governance.
News ✕ Public access to govt contracts available from 2027 - PM Published: Oct 12, 2026 11:11 AM The public will be able to access details of government projects from next year, as all government contracts are set to be made transparent, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
This follows the Government Procurement Act coming into force next year, which will allow communities to scrutinise whether developments in their areas are carried out responsibly.
The public will be able to access details of government projects from next year, as all government contracts are set to be made transparent, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
"From next year, every single contract, building schools or hospitals or universities or roads, must be fully transparent.
"Who wins the contract, what's the amount, which company gets the contract, what's the cost, what's the progress, and why this company won against other competitors.
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