Sarawak eyes global hub status for integrity, governance; AI to tackle corruption

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Nov 2: Sarawak is looking to position itself as a global hub for integrity, governance, and anti-corruption through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Sarawak Integrity and Ombudsman Unit (UNIONS) and the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA). According to caretaker Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, this is an important step towards strengthening cooperation in integrity, anticorruption, and governance…

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Sarawak aims to become a global hub for integrity and anti-corruption by partnering with the International Anti-Corruption Academy. The initiative focuses on capacity building and using artificial intelligence to enhance governance and transparency.

Sarawak signed an MoU with the International Anti-Corruption Academy to strengthen anti-corruption cooperation and professional development.
The Sarawak Regional Governance Programme 2026 will utilize big data and AI to identify risks and support evidence-based decisions.
Officials emphasized that AI tools require human oversight, reliable data, and robust basic controls to ensure effective governance.

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KUCHING, Nov 2: Sarawak is looking to position itself as a global hub for integrity, governance, and anti-corruption through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Sarawak Integrity and Ombudsman Unit (UNIONS) and the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA).

According to caretaker Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, this is an important step towards strengthening cooperation in integrity, anticorruption, and governance, particularly through capacity building, knowledge exchange, and professional development.

“Over time, this partnership could further position Sarawak as a global hub for integrity, governance, and anti-corruption, while enhancing investor confidence and strengthening Sarawak’s reputation,” he said.

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