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Negeri Sembilan's newly sworn-in Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has committed to transparent, effective governance centred on public welfare and inclusive development across the state.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that the Royal Commission of Inquiry's report on Tabung Haji has been released in its complete form, with no alterations or censoring of findings.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed serious concerns over Tabung Haji's reported 13-month bonus payout, characterising the practice as a potential violation of fiduciary responsibility and challenging the rationale behind the controversial disbursement.
Caretaker Negeri Sembilan menteri besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun has defended Pakatan Harapan's election strategy focused on performance-based governance, expressing no remorse despite the coalition's state-level defeat.
Malaysia's government is consulting stakeholders on proposed amendments to the Tabung Haji Act 1995, following Royal Commission recommendations to improve the pilgrimage fund board's governance and management.
Laos has intensified its anti-corruption campaign with a major verdict in Attapeu Province, where 15 officials received sentences including 10 life terms. The case exposed a scheme involving millions in laundered funds across multiple currencies.
A senior Brazilian judge has authorised investigations into the son of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, following allegations he improperly aided a lobbyist seeking health ministry advantage.
Pakatan Harapan has called on Negri Sembilan voters to make governance and institutional integrity their primary voting criteria in the upcoming 16th state election, citing corruption and mismanagement as threats to public confidence.
The Grand Imam of Masjid Negara has stressed that national strength depends fundamentally on the integrity of citizens and leaders, extending defence beyond military borders to everyday civic responsibilities.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has deployed eight officers to Tabung Haji's Kuala Lumpur headquarters to conduct a comprehensive review of the pilgrim fund's records.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has affirmed that the full Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji management issues has been made public without redactions, signalling enhanced transparency.
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin urges the Dewan Rakyat to extend the special sitting debating the Tabung Haji RCI report by at least two days, arguing more legislators need opportunity to discuss its conclusions.
Datuk Seri Najib Razak has questioned what he sees as selective credibility afforded to the National Audit Department regarding its investigation into Tabung Haji matters, suggesting inconsistent standards in public perception.
Former Religious Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Dr Mujahid Yusof Rawa has claimed vindication from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, asserting that allegations levelled against him during his ministerial service have been proven unfounded.
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Pakatan Harapan's Fahmi Fadzil has urged Negeri Sembilan voters to select leaders with integrity ahead of tomorrow's state election, emphasizing that fiscal responsibility and proper development depend on trustworthy governance.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has deployed investigators to Tabung Haji following the release of a damning Royal Commission of Inquiry report detailing mismanagement and suspicious transactions spanning 2014 to 2020.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has launched a formal investigation into findings from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, with investigators now stationed at the pilgrimage fund's headquarters in Putrajaya to examine conduct issues.
PKR secretary-general Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh has called for investigations into officials implicated in Tabung Haji losses uncovered by a Royal Commission of Inquiry, with potential prosecution if evidence warrants.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended the government's decision to make the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report public, characterising the move as rooted in principles of transparency and institutional trust rather than political calculation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has blamed greed, poor governance, and financial mismanagement for nearly bringing Tabung Haji to collapse, signalling the government's determination to reform the troubled Islamic pilgrimage fund.
Pakatan Harapan chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Negri Sembilan voters to evaluate leaders based on their demonstrated ability to honour public trust through tangible results, rather than relying on campaign pledges or rhetoric.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has demanded a transparent investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings on Tabung Haji, insisting there will be no protection for anyone found guilty of wrongdoing or misconduct.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has set August 11 for a special parliamentary session to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji's governance and financial management.
The Attorney General's Chambers will immediately examine the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji's operations, determining whether findings warrant criminal prosecution based on evidence and legal standards.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that Lembaga Tabung Haji has recovered from financial troubles stemming from mismanagement in previous years, following an independent inquiry into its operations.
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Malaysia's Tabung Haji financial crisis exposes critical governance failures affecting millions of Muslim pilgrims. As the government releases the Royal Commission report, experts warn the scandal carries lessons for all Malaysians about protecting institutional independence and enforcing accountability.
Malaysia's government will accelerate implementation of the final quarter of Royal Commission recommendations for Tabung Haji, with 75% already completed, putting the institution on track for enhanced governance and financial management.
Bersatu Youth has pressed the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and police to move swiftly against officials implicated in alleged wrongdoing at Lembaga Tabung Haji during the previous BN administration.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged to directly oversee issues facing Malaysia's Indian community, responding to widespread appeals and concerns raised by constituents across the country.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's chief has reassured the public that the agency's investigations remain independent and will not be influenced by external perceptions or political pressure.
Malaysia's Department of Islamic Development has released a comprehensive 211-page Royal Commission of Inquiry report examining Tabung Haji's management and operations between 2014 and 2020, including detailed findings and recommendations.
A Royal Commission of Inquiry has uncovered significant governance deficiencies at Tabung Haji, exposing how political interference shaped key financial decisions and undermined the pilgrim fund's institutional credibility between 2014 and 2020.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has proposed convening a special Parliament sitting to deliberate on the Royal Commission of Inquiry report concerning Lembaga Tabung Haji, pending approval from the Dewan Rakyat speaker.
Tabung Haji is systematically implementing 25 recommendations from a declassified Royal Commission of Inquiry report, with 75% already enacted, according to Religious Affairs Minister Zulkifli Hasan.
Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri has urged authorities to make public the findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji, declaring that his party Umno welcomes scrutiny of its governance of the Islamic pilgrimage fund.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's chief commissioner has vowed the agency will maintain professional conduct and transparency despite growing public doubts about its investigations.
Timor-Leste has been admitted to the ASEAN Parties Against Corruption, marking a milestone in regional anti-graft efforts. Malaysia's MACC chief says the newcomer will enhance cooperation across Southeast Asia's anti-corruption agencies.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the importance of adhering to due process in addressing any matters that emerge from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, regardless of whether the cabinet chooses to release its findings publicly.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that those holding public office must uphold the highest standards of integrity, citing FELDA's near-RM10 billion debt as evidence of how mismanagement and political interference can destroy once-profitable institutions.
PKR's Saifuddin Abdullah rejects competitive posturing over Malay and Islamic credentials, arguing voters should instead evaluate parties based on actual performance and track record in governance and delivering benefits to constituents.
Frustration mounted among Kampung Sungai Cot Orang Asli villagers on Wednesday evening when they escalated their grievances by visiting Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's residence, following unsuccessful discussions with Jakoa and his office.
Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission will host regional anti-graft officials at the 22nd Asean-PAC meeting to coordinate strategies against corruption across Southeast Asia and enhance investigative cooperation.
The Tabung Haji RCI report's public release and parliamentary presentation await cabinet approval, signalling a formal procedural step before the findings become available to lawmakers and the public.
Voters in Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan, are prioritising the delivery of election promises over the identity of the incoming Menteri Besar, reflecting a shift in electoral priorities towards tangible governance outcomes.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will host the 22nd ASEAN-PAC Secretariat Meeting in Melaka this week, bringing together anti-corruption agencies from across Southeast Asia and international partners to discuss emerging corruption challenges and strengthen regional cooperation.
PAS's consistent Islamist positioning and inflammatory rhetoric on race and religion create a fundamental tension with its national political ambitions, repeatedly alienating non-Muslim voters despite the party's governance claims.
Malaysian academics and analysts are urging the government to promptly release the RCI report on Tabung Haji, emphasizing the need for transparency to protect the institution's depositors and restore public confidence.
Barisan Nasional has indicated it will not resist Cabinet decisions to table the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report in Parliament or make it publicly available, signalling potential openness around contentious fund management findings.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated that no person is exempt from legal consequences, signalling that the Cabinet will soon decide whether to publicly release the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is confident the Cabinet will approve releasing the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, which has been withheld to allow the pilgrimage fund management time for reforms.
Johor's Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has defended the appointment of 10 deputy state executive councillors, clarifying that the move strengthens administrative capacity rather than expanding political positions or government bureaucracy.
A witness testified in Kuala Lumpur's Sessions Court about two separate fund transfers amounting to RM20.3 million from state investment firm PNB to online fashion platform FashionValet during proceedings that could shed light on how public investment capital was deployed.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has disclosed that the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji was withheld three years ago to prevent public panic and mass fund withdrawals. The government now plans to release the findings soon.
Sabah's health department has finished investigating allegations against a hospital director, emphasizing its commitment to preventing sexual assault, harassment, and workplace bullying in medical facilities.
Eight Johor opposition lawmakers have challenged the state government's creation of 10 deputy committee chairman positions, questioning whether the expansion serves genuine administrative needs or political motives.
Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has declared that no one should escape consequences if the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report reveals any misconduct, corruption or misuse of authority.
Malaysia's Islamic development agency JAKIM is embedding Maqasid Syariah principles into governance structures, launching an expert-led index framework to guide policy implementation and strengthen institutional integrity across federal and state levels.
The MACC is poised to release an update on its investigation into Kumpulan Wang Persaraan Pilihan's RM200 million investment in eFishery, an Indonesian aquaculture technology company, potentially this week.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has presented three programmes designed to strengthen Malaysia's democratic institutions and foster political stability by engaging young citizens in active governance and nation-building.
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has unveiled substantial cabinet changes and new political appointments, marking a pivotal moment in the city-state's leadership transition following recent ministerial departures.
Pakatan Harapan will maintain its focus on serving the people's interests rather than engaging in political games, according to Amanah President Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu, even as Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional strengthen their cooperation.
Malaysia's parliament has approved two significant legislative measures: the National Trust Fund (KWAN) Bill 2026 to safeguard intergenerational savings, and the Statistics Bill 2026 to modernise data collection aligned with international standards.
The Sultan of Perak has argued that true security rests on social cohesion and inclusive governance rather than military strength or security apparatus alone, warning against religious manipulation for political gain.
The Sultan of Perak has stressed that nations require robust institutions, transparent governance, and accountable leadership to serve their people effectively, regardless of resource wealth.
Ex-MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki has publicly denied any involvement in a RM178.29 million government contract awarded to a firm connected to his brother, stating he had no prior knowledge of the arrangement.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended the Retirement Fund Inc (KWAP) over a significant loss from its eFishery investment, asserting that the fund's RM12.9 billion annual profit demonstrates robust overall performance and sound stewardship.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog and state investment manager have deepened their strategic alliance to tighten governance standards and strengthen public confidence in how the nation's wealth is managed and deployed.
Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh has praised Kuala Lumpur City Hall workers for their cleanup efforts at Dataran Merdeka following a FIFA World Cup final screening, while emphasizing that keeping public spaces clean is a shared responsibility that cannot rest solely with public servants.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the critical importance of a strong, principled civil service in sustaining Malaysia's policy direction and economic progress, calling public servants the backbone of national development.
South Korean authorities have launched a joint investigation into the National Election Commission following allegations that its former chief Roh Tae-ak embezzled public funds during overseas trips. The probe also examines wider systemic issues within the electoral body.
Datin Seri Zizie Izette has been acquitted of abetting her late husband in a corruption case involving RM2.8 million in bribes connected to Felcra Bhd's RM150 million unit trust scheme.
Pakatan Harapan faces pressure to deliver concrete results from its reform agenda rather than relying on rhetorical promises, after poor performance in Johor elections exposed voter scepticism.
Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to abandon the national digital ID scheme, redirecting the associated funding and resources toward cost-of-living relief and decentralisation initiatives instead.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on incoming civil servants to prioritise the welfare of ordinary Malaysians and the nation's interests, stressing that public office demands unwavering commitment to institutional values over individual ambition.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia's civil service to demonstrate integrity and courage in adopting reform, stressing that public sector officials must prioritise national interests above personal considerations.
Malaysia's political landscape has transformed into a perpetual campaign season, with elections held every few months rather than years. The constant cycle exhausts voters, distracts politicians from governance, and undermines the quality of democratic discourse.
Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak will undergo a scheduled heart procedure, his legal team announced this week. The procedure comes as the ex-leader continues managing various legal matters.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has identified resistance to change as the single biggest challenge impeding Malaysia's reform efforts, highlighting institutional and cultural barriers to transformation.
A finance manager at KCJ Engineering has testified in the High Court that an RM800,000 donation to Bersatu was explicitly linked to Jana Wibawa projects the company had received.
Malaysia's pension fund KWAP has fallen victim to fraud in its investment in Indonesian aquaculture startup eFishery, the Ministry of Finance confirmed. The company manipulated financial statements, and recovery efforts are now underway.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysia's civil service to combine openness to reform with unwavering integrity, stressing that national progress depends on capable, principled leadership committed to serving the public interest.
The Dewan Rakyat is addressing climate preparedness for El Niño, investigating a grenade explosion during military training, tackling deviant religious teachings, and reviewing federal capital governance reforms.
Britain squandered nearly £10 billion on pandemic personal protective equipment through flawed procurement processes, an official inquiry has determined, highlighting systematic weaknesses in emergency response governance.
Tan Sri Ahmad Badri Mohd Zahir has been appointed chairman of the Federal Land Development Authority, bringing three decades of experience from senior roles in finance and major national institutions.
Thai police have arrested three key suspects implicated in a widespread civil service examination cheating scheme. The scandal could result in approximately 5,000 government officials losing their positions.
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim received a briefing from Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief Abdul Halim on the agency's recent developments and ongoing operations aimed at strengthening integrity across public institutions.
Human rights organisation FairSquare has lodged a formal complaint with the International Olympic Committee against FIFA President Gianni Infantino, alleging multiple breaches of the Olympic Charter's political neutrality provisions linked to his handling of World Cup disciplinary matters.
Malaysia faces significant political shifts as Melaka's DAP withdraws from state administration over constitutional amendments, while government grapples with record refugee numbers and considers scrapping PTPTN loans.
King Sultan Ibrahim held an audience with MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman at Istana Negara, underscoring the monarchy's engagement with anti-corruption efforts.
Malaysia's Media Council has endorsed the government's move to send the Freedom of Information Bill 2026 to a Parliamentary Select Committee, saying the constitutional legislation warrants thorough examination before passage.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has submitted proposals to strengthen governance standards for non-Muslim places of worship after uncovering cases where maintenance grants were not properly utilised despite funding allocation.
The Sarawak Media Conference 2026 will convene approximately 800 media professionals, academics, policymakers and students to examine pressing issues of media credibility, institutional governance and the impact of digital innovation on journalism.
Melaka's Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh has appealed to voters to assess Barisan Nasional's performance on tangible development outcomes while rejecting divisive political rhetoric that relies on hatred and provocation.
Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming has restated his readiness to resign from Cabinet should the country's judicial system be undermined, emphasizing his principled stance independent of personal matters.
Malaysia's Home Ministry will review citizenship naturalisation procedures across multiple agencies following recommendations from the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission, with focus on strengthening governance and transparency.
Influential Malaysian politicians are calling voters to choose leaders based on ethnicity rather than competence, a troubling retreat from merit-based governance that risks deepening divisions.
Political analysts view Johor's state election outcome as a litmus test for how Malaysia's federal and state governments can maintain professional cooperation while competing at different political levels, signalling a maturing democratic culture.
Singapore authorities have fined two co-founders of Fullerton Healthcare Corporation a combined S$160,000 for falsifying entertainment claims totalling more than S$211,000. The scheme was designed to funnel money to a third party rather than enrich the doctors themselves.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has publicly condemned a senior military official for corruption and removed him from the ruling party. The move signals rare accountability measures within the isolated regime's power structure.
DAP's Ong Hui Xue has challenged the Malaysian Chinese Association to publicly declare whether it supports renewed calls from Umno leaders for a presidential pardon for former Prime Minister Najib Razak.
Malaysia faces intensifying political activity centred on imminent Johor state elections, while longstanding 1MDB litigation advances and multiple governance issues surface across agencies and state governments.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has found no evidence linking former Natural Resources Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad to allegations surrounding a RM53 million bribe in connection with elephant transfers to a Japanese facility.
Johor's upcoming election transcends partisan competition, exposing fundamental questions about who controls political parties, how discretionary power is exercised, and whether Malaysia's reform agenda can survive the pressures of coalition politics.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Armed Forces have deepened their institutional partnership, establishing new protocols for sharing intelligence and coordinating investigations into corruption within defence and military operations.
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Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has stressed that Malaysia's civil service must maintain strict integrity and political neutrality to safeguard policy continuity, economic stability, and investor confidence in an increasingly volatile geopolitical environment.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has established a complaints framework requiring all media grievances to go through the Malaysian Media Council before any investigation. The move sparks debate over press regulation.
Former Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz testified in the High Court that minutes issued by then-Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin were operational instructions rather than formal project approvals.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission continues to hold RM114 million in cash and assets seized in 2016 during an investigation into a former Sabah Water Department official, keeping the funds in limbo nearly a decade later.
A High Court was told that former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin did not interfere in project award decisions under the Jana Wibawa programme, addressing questions about his role in the government initiative.
Former Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul has testified in court that the Jana Wibawa initiative was first discussed by Cabinet on November 13, 2020, during a meeting presided over by then Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and Armed Forces have pledged to intensify their strategic partnership, focusing on intelligence exchange and governance improvements to strengthen anti-corruption efforts nationwide.
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Tengku Zafrul has told a court that the Prime Minister's Office proposed every contractor involved in Jana Wibawa projects during Muhyiddin Yassin's tenure as prime minister, a significant detail emerging in the ex-leader's ongoing trial.
Hong Kong legislator William Wong Kam-fai has become the first to resign from the Legislative Council over a scandal in more than two decades, following his arrest on suspicion of drink-driving and a hit-and-run incident.
Malaysia's Finance Ministry has granted TARC Education Foundation a three-year interim tax exemption extension, conditional on the institution meeting governance and donation management requirements before eligibility for a full 10-year exemption.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that Malaysia's era of systemic corruption must conclude, telling a Johor gathering that clean politics remains essential to national recovery and public trust restoration.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stated that Putrajaya should not automatically shoulder financial costs arising from decisions made by state governments, signalling a clearer delineation of fiscal responsibility.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated his vision of establishing a legacy centred on fair, transparent leadership that encompasses all Malaysians across racial and community lines.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged leadership at all governance levels to engage fairly and transparently with communities, stressing that inclusive dialogue strengthens Malaysia's long-term stability and social cohesion.
Moldova's Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu has announced his resignation after less than a year in office, stating he could no longer fulfil his duties in line with his personal principles and convictions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that Tan Sri Azam Baki's membership in the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre Advisory Board is unrelated to his previous role as MACC chief commissioner and remains valid until 2027.
The National Financial Crime Centre has clarified that Tan Sri Azam Baki's membership on its Advisory Board is in a personal capacity and remains valid independent of his role as MACC chief commissioner.
Malaysia's Ministry of Education is intensifying efforts to safeguard students through strengthened audits, a dedicated safety committee, and expanded monitoring infrastructure including CCTV installations and additional hostel wardens.
Ronnie Liu, ex-Selangor councillor, has publicly questioned why former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki attended a National Financial Crime Prevention Centre advisory board meeting.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has collaborated with Universiti Malaya scholars to produce a comprehensive book documenting his political ideas, life experiences and philosophy on nation-building.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has appointed five individuals to its Anti-Corruption Advisory Board and Special Committee on Corruption for the next three-year term, aimed at enhancing institutional governance and anti-graft efforts.
The Palestinian government has documented systematic human rights abuses against detainees in Israeli prisons, claiming over 3,376 Palestinians are held without trial, along with 360 children and three pregnant women.
PERHILITAN will form a special task force to review and strengthen standard operating procedures governing elephant processions, following viral video controversy over wildlife use at a Kelantan community programme.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that combating corruption cannot be addressed by enforcement agencies alone, but demands coordinated action involving Parliament, the public and private sectors, and all of society.
A coalition of 51 non-governmental organisations has petitioned Malaysia's government to launch a Royal Commission of Inquiry into governance failures at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, citing alleged impropriety linked to former chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki.
Malaysia's Parliament is set to examine whether federal government funding to states is fairly distributed and review enforcement of rules preventing project announcements during election campaigns.
Malaysia and Indonesia have recommitted to expanding collaborative efforts across legislation, governance, and strategic sectors following discussions between Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Indonesia's Coordinating Minister for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration and Correction.
Iraqi security forces conducted extensive raids across Baghdad's fortified Green Zone early Sunday, detaining multiple officials and MPs suspected of corruption in a significant anti-graft operation.
Iraqi authorities arrested 47 officials including members of parliament on Sunday in a significant anti-corruption sweep, underscoring Baghdad's intensified efforts against systemic graft that has long plagued the country's institutions.
Malaysia's Federal Court has rejected a final appeal by former Felda chairman Datuk Seri Mohd Isa Abdul Samad, upholding his corruption conviction involving RM3.09 million linked to the Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites purchase in Kuching.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed suggestions that a directive was issued to restrict access by Felda chairman Onn Hafiz to Felda settlements, calling such allegations baseless.