“We (police) gain when we serve the people, so delivery of service and integrity are vital,” he said during a meeting with editors at Bukit Aman.

“Our salaries are paid by taxpayers, so we must serve the public to the best of our abilities,” said Razarudin.

Razarudin, who joined the force in 1982, was appointed IGP for a two-year term starting June 23.

He previously served as the Sabah deputy commissioner of police, and Bukit Aman’s narcotics criminal investigation department director before being appointed as the deputy IGP in 2021.

At today’s meeting, Razarudin said good governance will play a key role in eliminating corruption and abuse of power, adding that he had told his officers that he is “focused on stamping out corruption”.

“We will not compromise with police officers who are guilty of wrongdoing,” he said.

Razarudin also said he was seeking to reduce opportunities for corruption through the review of salaries for policemen.

“If we look at salaries, a lower-ranking officer can earn around RM2,500. If they stay in Kuala Nerang it is a lot, but if they stay in Kuala Lumpur, they can be considered urban poor.”

Razarudin also gave his assurance of his push for transparency, saying he has given all Bukit Aman directors the green light to speak to the press and give interviews.

Meanwhile, he gave a reminder to all parties against playing up issues related to race, religion and the royal institution.