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Najib Razak

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Supporters of Malaysia’s Jailed PM Begin Campaign for Royal Pardon

Supporters of Malaysia’s Jailed PM Begin Campaign for Royal Pardon

By Sebastian Strangio
Najib Razak's best hope of an early release is to mobilize his base and generate public pressure for the king to intervene.
After 7 Years, Malaysia’s Judiciary Delivers Justice in 1MDB Case

After 7 Years, Malaysia’s Judiciary Delivers Justice in 1MDB Case

By Sebastian Strangio
The jailing of Najib Razak is a major step toward accountability for the massive financial scandal, but many of its architects and enablers remain at large.

Malaysia Top Court Upholds Ex-PM Najib’s Graft Conviction

Malaysia Top Court Upholds Ex-PM Najib’s Graft Conviction

By Eileen Ng
The former leader was found guilty in 2020 on three charges related to the pilfering of the 1MDB state development fund.

He Got Away With Robbing a Bank. Here’s How to Hold Him Accountable.

He Got Away With Robbing a Bank. Here’s How to Hold Him Accountable.

By Vivian Zhao
Malaysia’s gargantuan 1MDB scandal shows why the world needs to establish an International Anti-Corruption Court.

Malaysian Court Upholds 1MDB Verdict Against Former PM

Malaysian Court Upholds 1MDB Verdict Against Former PM

By Sebastian Strangio
In handing down the decision, an appeal judge described Najib Razak’s actions as a “national embarrassment.”
Malaysia Enters ‘Total Lockdown’ as COVID-19 Surge Continues

Malaysia Enters ‘Total Lockdown’ as COVID-19 Surge Continues

By Sebastian Strangio
Prime Minister Muhyiddin is facing increasing pressure from the opposition – and from within his own coalition.

US Government Returns More Recovered 1MDB Funds to Malaysia

US Government Returns More Recovered 1MDB Funds to Malaysia

By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement came days after the Malaysian government filed 22 lawsuits seeking to recover more than $23 billion in 1MDB-linked assets.
Malaysia Ex-PM’s Wife Ordered to Make Defense in Graft Trial

Malaysia Ex-PM’s Wife Ordered to Make Defense in Graft Trial

By Associated Press
The trial has shed additional light on the important role that the Malaysian First Lady played during her husband's time in office.

Consultant Charged in Covert Lobbying of Trump Officials to Drop 1MDB Investigation

Consultant Charged in Covert Lobbying of Trump Officials to Drop 1MDB Investigation

By Associated Press
Federal prosecutors say Nickie Lum Davis failed to disclose to the federal government that his lobbying efforts were on behalf of a fugitive Malaysian financier.

Yvonne Tew on Courts and Constitutionalism in Malaysia

Yvonne Tew on Courts and Constitutionalism in Malaysia

By Catherine Putz
The Najib ruling is “a step in the right direction on the path to constitutional redemption,” Tew says.

Malaysian Prosecutors Drop Second High-profile Graft Case 

Malaysian Prosecutors Drop Second High-profile Graft Case 

By Associated Press
Musa Aman’s acquittal comes less than a month after prosecutors dropped money laundering charges against Riza Aziz.
Malaysia Drops Charge Against Ex-Prime Minister’s Stepson

Malaysia Drops Charge Against Ex-Prime Minister’s Stepson

By Associated Press
The stepson of ex-Prime Minister Najib Razak, the producer behind The Wolf of Wall Street, reached a settlement with the government.

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