
Perikatan Nasional is prepared to require its MPs to declare their assets if the coalition returns to power after the next elections, says its chief whip, Takiyuddin Hassan.
“Of course, there is no problem for (PN MPs) to declare their assets (if PN returns to Putrajaya),” he told FMT.
Takiyuddin, who is also the PAS secretary-general, said MPs appointed as ministers or deputy ministers must make asset declarations, as they are not permitted to engage in business activities.
However, opposition MPs are not required to do so at present, as they do not hold government positions.
The Kota Bharu MP also noted that ordinary MPs from both sides of the divide, who are allowed to engage in business, are still required to declare their annual income to the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN).
His remarks come after Bersih chairman…