M alaysia is aiming to improve its position in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), moving from its current rank of 57 into the top 25 out of 180 countries within the next seven years, by 2033. This second article in a three-part series examining corruption in the country explores the root causes of corrupt practices and recommendations for improvement. Experts believe Malaysia can achieve its target of being ranked among the top 25 countries in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) by 2033, provided comprehensive reforms are implemented in the enforcement of anti-corruption laws.