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## Overview Thousands of Malaysians gathered in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, April 25, 2026, to protest the tenure of outgoing anti-graft chief Azam Baki, reiterating calls for a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into corruption allegations involving him (Bloomberg, April 25). ## Background Azam Baki has faced longstanding allegations of impropriety during his time leading Malaysia's anti-corruption agency. His departure from the role has not quelled public demand for accountability, with protesters pushing for a formal royal-level investigative body to examine the claims against him (Bloomberg, April 25). ## Why It Matters The protests reflect ongoing public distrust in Malaysia's anti-corruption institutions and could pressure the government to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry, which would have significant implications for the credibility of Malaysia's graft-fighting apparatus and its leadership transition. This story intersects with broader concerns about institutional accountability in Malaysia, a theme relevant given other tracked stories such as the Malaysia $25 Billion Investment Fraud Scheme and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Leadership Transition. ## What to Watch - Whether the Malaysian government agrees to form a Royal Commission of Inquiry - Identity and reform agenda of Azam Baki's successor - Any formal findings or charges related to the allegations - Continued public protest activity and political fallout