UAE and Malaysia strengthen cooperation in anti-corruption

As part of strengthening bilateral cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Malaysia, the UAE Accountability Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, aimed at enhancing cooperation in anti-corruption, promoting transparency and integrity, and advancing joint efforts to combat corruption.

The MoU was signed at the UAE Accountability Authority’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi during the official visit of Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Haji Azam bin Baki, Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, who was received by Humaid Obaid Abu Shibs, Chairman of the UAE Accountability Authority.

The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation, promote the exchange of expertise, and support good governance frameworks in line with international best practices in anti-corruption.

This step underscores the commitment of the two authorities to advancing international cooperation in accountability, transparency, and anti-corruption efforts in both countries.

Meanwhile in November, 2025 the UAE Accountability Authority (UAEAA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Morocco’s National Authority for Integrity, Prevention and Combating of Bribery. The agreement underscores the UAE’s commitment to advancing international cooperation and upholding principles of good governance and integrity.

The MoU was signed at the UAEAA’s HQ in Abu Dhabi by Humaid Obaid Abushibs, President of UAEAA, and Mohamed Benallilou, President of tMorocco’s National Authority for Integrity, Prevention and Combating of Bribery. The agreement reflects both sides’ shared commitment to enhancing institutional collaboration and exchanging expertise and best practices in combating corruption and safeguarding public funds.

It aligns with the UAE’s strategic approach to building international partnerships that support global anti-corruption efforts, strengthen transparency and accountability, and reinforce the nation’s role as an active contributor to establishing a global system rooted in integrity and sustainable development.UAE and Morocco Sign MoU to Strengthen Integrity and Combat Corruption.

In September, the UAE Accountability Authority has signed two MoUs with the Hellenic Court of Audit and National Transparency Authority in Greece, to boost cooperation in oversight, integrity and anti-corruption.

The agreements, signed during an official visit led by Humaid Obaid Khalifa Obaid Abushibs, President of the UAE Accountability Authority, aim to exchange expertise and strengthen joint efforts to promote transparency and curb corruption.

The move underscores the UAE and Greece’s shared commitment to tackling cross-border corruption and reinforcing trust in public institutions.

The two MoUs embody the strategic relations between the UAE and Greece, which already share a track record of cooperation in auditing and anti-corruption, reflecting a common vision to tackle global challenges effectively.

The UAE Accountability Authority and the Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in the areas of safeguarding public resources and promoting effective governance principles.

The MoU was signed at the headquarters of the UAE Accountability Authority in Abu Dhabi during a meeting between Humaid Obaid Abushibs, Chairman of the UAE Accountability Authority, and Dr. Isma Yatun, Chairwoman of the Audit Board of the Republic of Indonesia. This agreement comes within the framework of enhancing oversight relations between the two countries.

The MoU covers a variety of cooperation areas, including the exchange of specialised knowledge, sharing of best practices in auditing, accounting, and oversight of public resources. It also enables mutual benefit from training programmes and capacity-building initiatives, as well as coordination in participation at relevant events and conferences.

The MoU also affirms both countries’ commitment to advancing governance standards in vital sectors, contributing to sustainable development and enhancing global economic security and stability.

The UAE Accountability Authority (UAEAA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation, in conjunction with the official visit of Igor Krasnov, Prosecutor-General of the Russian Federation, to the UAE.

The MoU aims to strengthen frameworks for bilateral cooperation in areas that support the strategic partnership between the two countries.

The agreement was signed by Humaid Obaid Abushibs, President of the UAE Accountability Authority, and Igor Krasnov, at the authority’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi.

The MoU is focused on integrity and anti-corruption efforts, and seeks to advance bilateral cooperation, exchange expertise, develop institutional capacities, and expand the scope of partnership within international forums to promote a global culture of transparency and accountability.

WAM