KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 22 -- The Human Resources Ministry (Kesuma) has lodged several official reports with the authorities over alleged attempts to interfere with an ongoing review and investigation at Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp).

In a statement today, the ministry said the alleged interference involved spreading misleading information, influencing individuals within the agency, and diverting attention from matters under scrutiny.

It said such actions could undermine the integrity and independence of the review and investigation.

The reports were lodged following the receipt of information and evidence to allow the authorities to conduct a more appropriate and independent investigation.

"Kesuma will leave it entirely ...