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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has extended questioning of a former chief financial officer for a third consecutive day regarding a RM370 million share transaction at Tabung Haji that drew scrutiny from the Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Negeri Sembilan police are investigating allegations that a political party controls the state palace, following a TikTok video. The inquiry spans election law, criminal statutes, and communications regulations.
Former International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan's sudden departure amid misconduct allegations has sparked debate over how his decade-long career will ultimately be remembered.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has justified the government's decision to withhold the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report for three years, arguing that its immediate release could have destabilized the pilgrimage savings institution.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared the government will take a zero-tolerance stance toward any corruption or fraud in the Retirement Fund's investment in eFishery, an aquaculture technology company, as the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigates.
The Johor government and local authorities will conduct a comprehensive investigation into the Network School controversy at Forest City, announced by Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim.
Malaysia's Retirement Fund (KWAP) has been defrauded through a eFishery investment involving manipulated financial statements, the Ministry of Finance confirmed. Legal action and fund recovery are underway.
Malaysia's government will present a landmark constitutional reform to separate the roles of Attorney General and Public Prosecutor, introducing independent appointment mechanisms and strengthened parliamentary oversight.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that Tan Sri Azam Baki's appointment to the NFCC Advisory Board is independent of his previous role as MACC chief, with his tenure extending until 2027.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that only Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, possesses the constitutional authority to revoke Tan Sri Azam Baki's appointment to the National Financial Crime Centre advisory board.
Malaysia's opposition leader has demanded the government clarify why former MACC chief Azam Baki was appointed as an adviser to the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre, particularly given his ongoing legal scrutiny.
Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin has demanded clarity on why former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki was hired to advise the National Financial Crime Prevention Centre, citing unresolved questions over his corporate interests.