Be fair in prosecuting 1MDB suspects, new AG urged


Malaysia is scrambling to bring home billions of dollars allegedly siphoned off from 1MDB, a state fund founded by ex-premier Najib Razak, who lost a general election last month. His successor, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, said Malaysia is also seeking to arrest financier Low Taek Jho, a central figure in the scandal who advised on investments and negotiated deals for 1MDB.

KUALA LUMPUR: Tan Sri Abu Talib Othman, who heads the special committee on 1Malaysia Deve­lopment Bhd (1MDB), says Attorney General Tommy Thomas must be fair in prosecuting those allegedly involved in the scandal.

“I wish him all the best and hope that he ensures justice for all, including the people alleged to have not observed the law,” he told reporters after meeting Securities Commission officials at Ilham Tower yesterday.

Subscribe now and receive FREE sooka plan for 1 month.
T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

News , bureaus

   

Next In Nation

GISB case: Home Ministry defends use of Sosma, says aligns with Penal Code
HR Ministry, Huawei to establish world-class, high-tech TVET institutions across Malaysia
MAF veterans retired before January 2013 eligible for 15% pension adjustment
Northeast monsoon: Air Force identifies landing points to deliver aid
Minister calls for stricter regulations on social media to combat inappropriate content
Ten including bank managers, teacher to face trial over RM24.2mil embezzlement case
Melaka Christians to carnival to feed, entertain underprivileged community
New Japanese ambassador to Malaysia pledges to boost ties, focus on people-to-people links
Anwar: Malaysia committed to strengthening collaboration with China beyond trade
Govt mulls nationwide ban on single-use plastic bags by 2026

Others Also Read