^{Rizal Fauzi, CEO, Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad (MDV)}


First business organisation to receive both credentials simultaneously from ABAC Centre of Excellence Sdn Bhd
 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad (MDV) has attained dual certification from ABAC Centre of Excellence Sdn Bhd (ABAC), comprising ISO 37001:2025 certification for its Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) and an ISO 37002:2021 Certificate of Compliance for its Whistleblowing Management System (WBMS), marking a significant milestone in its governance journey.

The two credentials were awarded simultaneously, making MDV the first business organisation to attain this distinction from ABAC.

A subsidiary of the Minister of Finance (Incorporated) [MOF (Inc)] and an agency under the purview of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), MDV supports the development of Malaysia’s technology ecosystem by providing specialised financing solutions to technology companies and projects across strategic sectors.

Covering anti-bribery controls and the handling of whistleblowing disclosures, these achievements reinforce the institutional safeguards underpinning MDV’s operations.

MDV Chief Executive Officer, Rizal Fauzi, said: “Our zero-tolerance stance on bribery and our commitment to integrity and transparency extend beyond compliance. They are fundamental to the way we operate. As a government-owned organisation, we take this responsibility seriously. We have put in place robust controls and stringent processes to prevent, detect and address bribery, alongside a structured whistleblowing framework built on trust, impartiality and whistleblower protection.”

“Our ABMS and WBMS certifications affirm the strength of these systems and underscore our commitment to accountability and sound governance at every level of the organisation,” Rizal added.

Both credentials are the result of coordinated efforts across MDV to assess bribery risks, strengthen relevant policies, controls and processes, and deliver targeted training and awareness initiatives.

Earlier this year, MDV announced 10 key governance initiatives, including the adoption of ISO 37001 and ISO 37002. Its leadership also co-signed the “Commitment to Better Governance” plaque, symbolising a collective pledge to strengthen integrity and accountability across the organisation. The dual certification represents tangible progress in delivering on that commitment and forms part of MDV’s broader integrity and governance agenda, alongside the implementation of its Organisational Anti-Corruption Plan (OACP) 2026–2030 and its Three Lines of Defence model.

Moving forward, MDV will explore the applicability of other relevant ISO standards and pursue further certifications where appropriate to enhance its processes, strengthen organisational capabilities and drive continuous improvement.
 
About MDV
Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad (MDV), a subsidiary of the Minister of Finance (Incorporated) [MOF (Inc)] and an agency under the purview of MOSTI, is the Nation’s Technology Financier. Established in 2002, MDV provides specialised financing to support technology companies and projects across ICT, Green Technology, Biotechnology, Strategic and Emerging Technology, and Start-Ups.

For more information on MDV, visit www.mdv.com.my


SOURCE: Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad (MDV)

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