He takes over from Azam Baki, who retired yesterday after 42 years in public service and six years leading the anti-graft agency.

In a Facebook post, chief secretary Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar congratulated Halim on his appointment.

“I believe his credibility and experience in the legal field will continue to add value, strengthen the role of MACC, and elevate its standing as a prestigious enforcement agency, both domestically and internationally,” he said.

Shamsul also expressed appreciation to Azam for his service with the commission.

“Many achievements and reforms were implemented under his leadership in steering MACC as a leading enforcement body.

“Azam’s contributions will always be remembered, and I hope he will continue contributing to the country in whatever capacity in the future,” he said.

Halim, 69, has over 20 years of judicial experience, starting with his appointment as a judicial commissioner in 2005, serving in Temerloh and Kuantan.

In 2007, he was elevated to the High Court and served in Penang, Johor Bahru, and Shah Alam before his retirement in 2023.