He said his appointment was an opportunity to continue serving the country.

“I will try my best to carry out the responsibility and implement anti-corruption efforts in Malaysia.

“I’m aware of the challenges and high expectations placed upon me,” he said in a statement here today.

Dzulkifli also thanked the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the government for their trust in him to lead the commission.

“In addition, I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Abu Kassim Mohamed for his outstanding leadership (in having helmed the MACC) and great contribution to the commission and the country,” he said.

Dzulkifli, who was previously director of the National Revenue Recovery Enforcement Team at the Attorney-General’s Chambers, takes over from Abu Kassim.

On Friday, Chief Secretary to the Government Ali Hamsa announced Dzulkifli’s appointment as new MACC chief commissioner, beginning Aug 1, until July 31, 2021.