KUALA LUMPUR – The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has announced the appointment of former top civil servant Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali as its new chairman, effective September 1.
This appointment follows the retirement of Tan Sri Ahmad Badri bin Mohd Zahir, who has served as EPF chairman since May 1, 2020.
Zuki, who recently retired as chief secretary to the government, brings a wealth of experience from his extensive career in the public sector.
The EPF board expressed its deep gratitude to Badri for his exemplary leadership and contributions, which have been instrumental in steering the organisation towards sustained excellence. The board also welcomed Zuki, confident that his strategic insight and experience will continue to propel the EPF to greater heights.
“The EPF will continue to play an important role in safeguarding the financial wellbeing and retirement savings of members to build a better retirement future,” the board said in a statement.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently acknowledged the significant impact of Zuki’s tenure as chief secretary to the government. He described Zuki as a vital ally and pillar of the civil service, praising his unwavering dedication and professionalism since assuming the role in December 2019.
Anwar, who also serves as finance minister, highlighted that Zuki’s efforts have significantly contributed to the country’s advancement, including the development of the Madani Economy, the strengthening of the ringgit, and the successful implementation of various national projects.
Zuki, 62, who holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Singapore’s Nanyang University, has had a distinguished career, with roles in the Finance Ministry, Education Ministry, Rural and Regional Development Ministry, Home Ministry, and Natural Resources and Environment Ministry, among others.
He has also served at Istana Negara and the Prime Minister’s Department, in addition to holding positions such as Sarawak’s federal secretary and secretary-general of the Defence Ministry. – August 26, 2024