‘Emulate Senari Synergy’s anti-graft initiative’
KUCHING: State-owned companies have been told to emulate Senari Synergy Sdn Bhd by implementing their own antibribery and corruption policy.
Minister in the Chief Minister’s Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Talib Zulpilip in saying this highlighted that Senari Synergy’s initiative is in tandem with the Sarawak government’s aspiration of having a developed state by 2030 that is supported and embedded with the spirit and culture of integrity.
“I would like to congratulate Senari Synergy Sdn Bhd for their continuous commitment in combating corruption and bribery.
“Companies that possess a culture of high integrity will be able to provide better and quality satisfaction to all its relevant stakeholders, and will eventually develop stronger and reputable businesses too,” he said in his speech when launching Senari Synergy’s anti-bribery and corruption policy, here yesterday.
Talib assured that the Sarawak government will give its full commitment to eradicate corruption and develop a highintegrity culture, as demonstrated through continuous and vigorous efforts and strategies that were established, cascaded and implemented throughout the state – from ministers to grassroots leaders.
Meanwhile, Senari Synergy group managing director Jefri Ahmad Tambi commented that the company has zero-tolerance against any breach of integrity as well as all forms of bribery and corruption.
He said this was because the company is driven by its core values of uncompromising integrity, exceptional performance, and mutual respect, adding it is committed to preserve and uphold the integrity, transparency and good governance in all aspects of its operations.
“Our integrity journey started with the signing of the Corporate Integrity Pledge in 2016. The pledge signifies our unilateral declaration against corrupt practices, and resolution to work towards a highly principled Malaysian business environment,” he said.
With a commitment to develop a solid business fundamental and environment based on good moral values, ethics and integrity, the company has put in place rigorous processes and procedures to ensure compliance and to mitigate possible transgression of its system and processes since 2016, added Jefri.
He also said that following the launching of the company’s antibribery and corruption policy, Senari Synergy will also be introducing the Code of Business Ethic for its business employees, directors and business associates.
“Pursuing for the certification of lSO 37001:22016 Anti-Bribery Management System is also one of our plans.
“This is to improve the organisational efficiency and effectiveness in managing risks associated with bribery and corruption as well as maintaining a high level of organisational accountability and integrity.”
Those present at the ceremony included Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Sarawak deputy director (Prevention) Chang Ching, as well as Senari Synergy Board of Directors members Datu Dr Wan Lizozman Wan Omar and Shamsul Anuar Ahamad Ibrahim.