1. DAPSY is deeply concerned about the manner in which the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has recently conducted high-profile investigation against certain individual, which risk creating a climate of fear among the rakyat.
2. While DAPSY firmly supports the fight against corruption and upholds the independence of enforcement institutions, such efforts must always be underpinned by professionalism, due process, and respect for civil liberties.
3. The recent investigation conducted by MACC towards certain individual has created an impression that enforcement powers may be used in a selective or intimidating manner.
4. The individual currently being investigated is neither a fugitive financier like Jho Low nor a powerful businessman linked to corporate mafia allegations. As such, conducting a high-profile investigation against the individual appears disproportionate and unnecessary.
5. The rakyat are watching closely, and therefore MACC must not engage in political witch-hunting against an ordinary citizen. Such an incident risks creating public concern that enforcement powers are being exercised selectively, thereby eroding confidence in our institutions.
6. When investigations are conducted in a manner that risks eroding public confidence, the Unity Government will inevitably bear the political consequences and face legitimate questions from the rakyat.
7. DAPSY firmly believes that the ultimate goals of anti-corruption efforts must be to strengthen democracy and ensure good governance, instead of weakening it by creating the perception that government machinery is used to pressure or silence individuals. This will demonstrate that the Unity Government is committed to reform and institutional accountability.