Via The Star:

BALI: Malaysia made a strong statement against corruption at an international summit here, saying that Muslim nations will not be able to achieve their full economic potential if they do not address the problem. 

Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi said fighting corruption was one of the most fundamental issues pertaining to good governance. 

"Corruption must be eradicated in the management of our respective economies as it only benefits a few at the expense of many. Corruption disrupts the entire governmental process, undermines morality and erodes ethical behaviour," he said at the fifth Developing Eight (D8) Summit yesterday,

The Prime Minister said as contribution to the campaign against corruption, Malaysia would be holding a forum on anti-corruption and enhancing integrity initiatives exclusively for the Organisation of Islamic Conference countries in August. 

“Invitations have been sent out and I look forward to active participation from D8 members,” he added.

Malaysia, being the taikor among Muslim nations, looks set to hold an anti-corruption forum.

However, the question is, are we qualified to do so anytime soon?

Tepuk dada, tanya selera.

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