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9 September, 2024
A supporter of former prime minister Najib Razak waits outside the Court of Appeal in Putrajaya, Malaysia, on Monday. Photo: AP
Malaysia

Najib house arrest saga carries political peril for Malaysia’s Anwar

Public anger, accusations of treason hit Anwar’s administration over handling of Najib’s potential release into house arrest.

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Malaysia 1MDB scandal

Malaysia’s Najib scores court victory in 1MDB-linked house arrest bid

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Indonesia

Indonesia’s Widodo slams ‘baseless’ report listing him as corruption enabler

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Malaysia

Ahead of pro-Najib rally, Malaysia PM Anwar urges respect for royal order

Anwar reminds the public to head palace’s statement that says the king holds the power to pardon, postpone, or reduce sentences.

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Malaysia’s former prime minister Najib Razak (centre) is escorted by prison officers on his arrival at the Kuala Lumpur High Court complex in October 2024. Photo: AP
Malaysia

‘Thank you’: Malaysian satirist detained and freed in Sabah praises prison food

Sabah’s new governor Musa Aman was previously acquitted of corruption and money laundering with the decisions drawing public condemnation.

Malaysia

Malaysian satirist Fahmi Reza arrested for sedition in Sabah

The graphic designer is accused of insulting the state’s incoming governor Musa Aman with a sardonic caricature.

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Malaysia

Is Pas aiming to realign with Umno by pushing for Najib’s house arrest bid?

Pas and its former ally Umno are set to hold a rally in support of ex-prime minister Najib Razak, who is in jail over the 1MDB scandal.

Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak being escorted during a break in court proceedings in Kuala Lumpur in April. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong offers anti-corruption example for many, including US, to follow

US missteps like Biden pardoning his son are a reminder to uphold the high standards Hong Kong and the ICAC have diligently worked to establish.

Indonesia

Prabowo’s corruption amnesty plan panned by Indonesia’s anti-graft activists

Experts say the president’s pledge to pardon officials who return stolen assets threatens the country’s anti-corruption drive.

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Malaysia

Can Malaysia’s Mahathir outwit ‘common enemy’ Anwar over Pedra Branca row?

A recommendation for a probe into Mahathir Mohamad over the island saga has triggered the ex-leader into forming an anti-Anwar coalition.

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The Horsburgh Lighthouse on Pedra Branca island, which marks the eastern entrance to the Straits of Singapore between Singapore and Malaysia. Photo: Shutterstock
Malaysia 1MDB scandal

Malaysia’s 1MDB sues ‘dishonest’ Amicorp for US$1 billion for alleged fraud

The claim alleges Hong Kong-headquartered Amicorp of creating shell companies and enabling the misappropriation of funds between 2009 and 2014.

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The 1MDB logo is seen on a billboard at the funds flagship Tun Razak Exchange under-development site in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

My Take | Is Anwar’s anti-corruption pledge in Malaysia facing a reality check after 2 years?

Anwar’s promise to eradicate corruption faces a reality check after ex-first lady Rosmah Mansor was acquitted of money laundering charges.

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Malaysia

‘This is what I call justice’: Najib’s wife cleared of money-laundering charges

Rosmah described the Kuala Lumpur High Court’s ruling as a true representation of justice.

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Malaysia

Najib’s house arrest at ‘discretion’ of Malaysia’s king, Anwar says

Sultan Ibrahim of Johor will make the decision on Najib Razak’s fate, Malaysia’s current prime minister told parliament.

Malaysia’s current king, Sultan Ibrahim of Johor. Photo: AFP
Malaysia 1MDB scandal

Malaysia’s Najib accuses US of sabotaging his 1MDB defence

In a bombshell courtroom revelation, the ex-PM claims US collusion with Malaysia’s political opposition to undermine his defence.

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Malaysia’s former Prime Minister Najib Razak is escorted by police officers at Kuala Lumpur High Court in April. Photo: EPA-EFE
South Korea

South Korea’s president banned from travelling abroad amid martial law probe

Yoon Suk-yeol survived an impeachment attempt over the weekend, but calls for him to go are growing.

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Malaysia

Will Malaysia’s Mahathir face criminal probe over island lost to Singapore?

A commission claims Mahathir misled the government about a disputed island awarded to Singapore, risking up to seven years in prison if convicted.

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Vietnam

Vietnamese tycoon’s death sentence upheld over US$12 billion fraud

A court on Tuesday upheld the sentence after rejecting Truong My Lan’s appeal against a conviction for embezzlement and bribery.

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Truong My Lan attends her trial at the People’s High Court of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on Tuesday. Photo: EPA-EFE
Malaysia 1MDB scandal

Malaysia’s ex-PM Najib says 1MDB-linked charges ‘politically motivated’

The former PM is serving a six-year prison sentence for stealing from sovereign wealth fund 1MDB and faces more cases related to the 2018 election scandal.

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Chinese Football Association (CFA)

Fifa rejects CFA life ban on South Korea’s Son, club boss calls China ‘unstable’

Son Jun-ho was detained in China for 10 months ‘on suspicion of accepting bribes’ and was one of 43 people banned.

Malaysia

Malaysia drops Najib’s 6 charges over 1MDB as house arrest rumours swirl

Najib Razak has been seeking to be released from jail and serve the remaining four years of his jail term at home.

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Ex-Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak leaves a court in Kuala Lumpur on January 19, 2024. Photo: Reuters
Vietnam

Vietnam tycoon told to repay US$11 billion to avoid lethal injection execution

The 68-year-old is appealing her death sentence after being convicted of embezzling US$12.3 billion from a bank.

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Vietnamese property tycoon Truong My Lan attends her hearing in Ho Chi Minh City on November 4. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

Malaysian PM Anwar denies conflict of interest in corporate sponsor row

Anwar says the government paid its share of flight expenses for a two-week overseas tour, amid accusations of favouritism and corruption.

Malaysia

My Take | As Sabah faces new bribery case, will it pay dividends for power seekers?

A whistle-blower has alleged corruption involving a ‘top leader’, prompting Chief Minister Hajiji Noor to dismiss speculation about his role.

Malaysia

Daim Zainuddin acquitted of graft charges by Malaysian court after his death

The corruption charges, related to the late politician and businessman’s alleged failure to declare his assets, were dropped on Wednesday.

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Former Finance Minister Daim Zainuddin arrives at Session Court in Kuala Lumpur before being charged with failing to declare assets on January 29, 2024. Photo: EPA-EFE
Malaysia

Widow of Malaysia’s Daim insists on case against late ex-minister to go on

Naimah Khalid says Daim wanted ‘his day in court’ to clear his name in a case slammed by their family as ‘politically motivated’.

Then Malaysian Finance Minister Daim Zainuddin chairs an Asean meeting in Kuala Lumpur in 2001. Photo: AFP
South Korea

South Korea’s opposition chief indicted for misuse of public funds

Already embroiled in multiple legal battles, Lee Jae-myung’s indictment could jeopardise his anticipated bid for the presidency in 2027.

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Malaysia

Daim Zainuddin’s complex legacy and the twilight of Malaysia’s old guard

With the ex-minister’s death, questions arise about the enduring impact of cronyism and the possibility of a new political era in Malaysia.

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