Harm caused by corruption and other economic crimes can be measured in terms of both economical and social costs: the costs of the crime itself, both directly and to the criminal justice system; the costs of anticipating the crime; the costs to the public service for the result of the crime; and the harm done to individuals and communities.
In line with its objective to assist governments in Asia to combat corruption, the British Government, together with the Malaysian Anti Corruption Agency, jointly organised a training course to provide the tools necessary to develop a more proactive and interventionist approach to combating corruption.
Crown Agents designed and developed this specialised course from experience gained in operating and training in the investigation and intelligence fields throughout the world. Two highly experienced trainers (both former intelligence practitioners) delivered a programme in Intelligence-Based Investigation for 22 senior officials at the inaugural course at the Malaysian Anti Corruption Agency's new training academy in Kuala Lumpur. The Officers came from Malaysia as well as other countries including Timor Leste, Indonesia and Bangladesh.
The course enabled officers to develop knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes, behaviour and application on all aspects of intelligence management. It also enabled closer regional ties and networking at desk office level to be developed.