Asset Declaration as a Tool for Transparency

Recently the MACC announced its proposal that all Cabinet ministers, deputy ministers and their immediate family members declare their assets to the agency, after Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng and his state exco's declared their assets. Datuk Paul Low, president of Transparency International Malaysia, shares his thoughts on why elected and public officials should publicly declare assets. Datuk Paul talks about what assets and liabilities should be disclosed, and dispells the myth that disclosure could endanger cabinet miniters and their families. He also points out that the move is more about prevention -- serving as a deterrent as the person knows he’s being watched. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.