Accountant General’s Dept uncovers RM10.4 million fraud in Malaysian govt office in London

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Malaysia's Accountant General's Department (AGD) uncovered a RM10.4 million fraud case in a London government office involving public servants. This case is among several discovered between 2019 and 2024, totaling RM18 million in losses. Enforcement action has been taken in the London case. The AGD is implementing proactive measures, including digital tools for data analysis and suspicious transaction identification. The newly launched Accounting Fraud Task Force (KKFP), in collaboration with MACC and the Auditor General, aims to enhance fraud prevention and aligns with the government's focus on integrity.