The Malaysian Bar applauds the Chief Justice’s announcement that superior court judges will be required to declare their assets, as well as his reminder to judges to uphold the independence of the Judiciary and reject interference of any kind.
The involvement of the Malaysian Anti–Corruption Commission (“MACC”), a third party, will enhance the perception of impartiality in the verification of the declaration of assets.
These are important steps towards increasing public confidence in the Judiciary, which the Bar supports.
Lim Chee Wee
President
Malaysian Bar
16 January 2012