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A parliamentary committee has uncovered that RM10.879 billion in cooking oil subsidies failed to reach intended recipients since 2019, raising serious concerns about government oversight and subsidy management effectiveness.
An official UK inquiry found the government wasted nearly £10 billion on personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a controversial 'VIP lane' prioritising offers from politically connected individuals, though no evidence of corruption was found.
Malaysia's Foreign Ministry has partnered with the Competition Commission to combat bid-rigging and cartels in government procurement, strengthening transparency and protecting public funds.