The procurement of defence assets such as helicopters and warships has come under scrutiny following recent corruption scandals. Marhalim Abas, a freelance writer on defence and national security issues, stresses that strong political will is essential to ensure transparency and credibility in the country’s defence acquisitions.

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Categories:  economy,  politics,  government,  corruption

Tags:  defence procurement,  black hawk helicopters,  transparency,  malaysian institute of corporate governance,  reform,