TI-M calls for more participation in fighting graft

With Malaysia's improved standing in the Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2012, Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) has called for enhanced public participation in efforts to combat graft.

TI-M president Datuk Paul Low said Malaysians should join in the struggle by educating themselves on the implications of corruption to the nation as well as individuals.

Stressing that society should be the watchdog against corrupt practices, he said they should renounce the action of giving and accepting bribes.

"I hope every citizen will be convinced about the need to fight corruption and the importance of upholding their integrity," he told reporters after launching TI-M organised 'Walk Against Corruption' here today.

About 230 people took part in the event aimed at demonstrating public support for the fight against graft.

Transparency International had announced that Malaysia had improved its position in the CPI to 54th spot this year from 60th last year.

Malaysia scored 49 out of 100 on the survey which gauged the perceived level of public sector corruption among 176 countries.