Questions about political patronage and institutional independence have resurfaced following controversy over access to constituency development funds and continued debate over political appointments to government-linked companies and statutory bodies.
While supporters argue that elected governments need flexibility to allocate resources and appoint trusted individuals, critics contend that such practices risk undermining transparency, accountability, and public confidence in governance.
As Malaysia continues to pursue institutional reform, what do these latest developments reveal about the gap between reform commitments and political realities, and what changes would be needed to build a more rules-based system of governance? Asraf Sharafi, the executive director of Bersih, talks about institutional patronage.
Presenters: Richard Bradbury & Keith Kam
Producer: Sean Aw/BFM
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