Take stern action against firms in Daya Kerjaya 2.0 fraud case, says Lam Thye
Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye has called for stern legal action against 1,638 companies accused of defrauding the Malaysian government's Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme. The alleged fraud involves RM45 million in false claims intended for worker recruitment and retention.
Why it matters
This case underscores the necessity of accountability in public fund management and the impact of corruption on economic recovery efforts.
KUALA LUMPUR: Stern legal action must be taken against companies found to have submitted false claims under the Social Security Organisation's (PERKESO) Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme, following revelations that the alleged fraud could have cost the government an estimated RM45mil, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.
The article reports on official MACC disclosures and quotes a public figure calling for legal accountability.
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