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]Malaysia's ex-PM Najib starts appeal against 1MDB-linked conviction
- Najib, who was voted out in a historic 2018 election, faces several trials over allegations that $4.5 billion was stolen from 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), a state fund he co-founded in 2009. He has plead not guilty to all charges.
Published on Apr 05, 2021 08:11 AM IST
Reuters |
Malaysian ex-PM Najib Razak convicted of 7 graft charges over 1MDB investment fund
The ruling came five months after a new government took power with Najib’s Malay party the biggest bloc in the alliance. His party’s shocking election ouster in 2018 was driven by public anger over the 1MDB scandal.
Published on Jul 28, 2020 11:46 AM IST
Kuala Lumpur | By Associated Press
Malaysia looking for more evidence to act on Zakir Naik’s extradition, says Anwar Ibrahim
Kuala Lumpur is looking for more evidence from New Delhi before it can act on any request for the extradition of Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, Malaysia’s prime minister-in-waiting Anwar Ibrahim said.
Published on Jan 10, 2019 10:36 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delh | By HT Correspondent
Former Malaysia PM Najib Razak arrested over $628 mn linked to 1MDB
Since losing power, former PM Najib Razak has already been arrested and hit with seven charges related to claims he pocketed some $10 million from a former unit of 1MDB.
Updated on Sep 19, 2018 04:44 PM IST
Kuala Lumpur | By Reuters
Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak arrested over huge graft probe
Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak will be charged, a taskforce set up to probe wrongdoing at state fund 1MDB said in a statement, adding he was apprehended “at his home”.
Updated on Jul 03, 2018 11:02 PM IST
Kuala Lumpur | By Agence France-Presse
Treasure trove seized from ex-Malaysia PM worth up to $273 million
Allegations of massive corruption were a major factor behind last month’s shocking election loss of Razak’s long-ruling coalition to a reformist alliance headed by Mahathir Mohamad
Updated on Jun 27, 2018 06:29 PM IST
Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur | By HT Correspondent
$28.6 million, 400 handbags seized in raids on Malaysia ex-PM Najib
Najib’s home, and the apartments of a son and a daughter were among a dozen properties searched since May 18. Experts are being brought in to value the jewellry, watches and other luxury items seized during the raid.
Updated on May 25, 2018 11:11 AM IST
Reuters, Kuala Lumpur | By Reuters
Malaysia’s former PM Najib Razak quizzed over 1MDB scandal, anti-corruption official reveals threats faced
Najib Razak is at the center of investigations looking into the Malaysian state investment fund known as 1MDB and whether it was used for embezzlement or money laundering.
Updated on May 22, 2018 11:50 PM IST
Agence France-Presse, Putrajaya | By HT Correspondent
Malaysia’s Mahathir Mohamad sworn in as PM, becomes world’s oldest leader at 92
A former doctor who entered politics in 1964, Mahathir Mohamad governed Malaysia with an iron fist for 22 years. He came out of retirement to take on Prime Minister Najib Razak after the leader became embroiled in a massive corruption scandal.
Updated on May 10, 2018 08:33 PM IST
AFP, Kuala Lumpur | By HT Correspondent
At 92, Malaysia’s ex-strongman Mahathir Mohamad to be world’s oldest prime minister
In a win that overturns decades of dominance by Malaysia’s main coalition, Mahathir Mohamad has secured an unlikely second act in the twilight of his political career.
Updated on May 10, 2018 05:22 PM IST
Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur | By Agence France-Presse
Malaysians vote in cliffhanger election as politicians say phones jammed
Malaysians voted in a cliffhanger election pitting Prime Minister Najib Razak’s coalition against a resurgent opposition led by 92-year-old former leader Mahathir Mohamad
Updated on May 09, 2018 11:59 AM IST
Reuters, Kuala Lumpur | By Reuters
Grappled with scandals, Malaysia PM Najib Razak to face toughest election yet on Wednesday
Najib’s coalition is expected to win the election, but a significant loss of seats to the opposition could leave the prime minister open to a leadership challenge within his United Malay National Organisation party.
Updated on May 07, 2018 11:19 PM IST
Reuters, Kuala Lumpur | By Reuters
Malaysia’s scandal-hit PM faces tough fight as election campaign begins
PM Najib Razak faces a challenge from Mahathir Mohamad, a strongman who led Malaysia for over two decades and has shaken up the race with a surprise comeback at the age of 92.
Published on Apr 28, 2018 01:17 PM IST
Agence France-Presse, Langkawi (Malaysia) | By Agence France-Presse
Malaysia’s PM Najib dissolves parliament paving way for tough election
Najib Razak is expected to retain power due to a deep rift in opposition ranks between Mahathir’s bloc and the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party.
Updated on Apr 06, 2018 07:18 PM IST
Reuters, Kuala Lampur | By HT Correspondent
Malaysian govt approves ‘fake news’ law with six years’ jail term ahead of election
The law targets foreign as well as local media, and is seen in part as an effort to silence criticism of the scandal surrounding sovereign wealth fund that has rocked PM Najib Razak’s administration. The election is expected within weeks.
Updated on Apr 02, 2018 06:26 PM IST
Press Trust of India, Kuala Lumpur | By HT Correspondent