Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has called a Facebook post by former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak a “criminal offence for contempt of court”.The PKR lawmaker, who is also a lawyer, said the posting was malicious and a deliberate defamation of the court, tarnishing the court’s reputation with a scandal that will create a negative impact on the judicial system.He said it is an offence under the Penal Code to defame the High Court, Court of Appeal and Federal Court which tried Najib in his SRC International case.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730984

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has called a Facebook post by former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak a “criminal offence for contempt of court”.The PKR lawmaker, who is also a lawyer, said the posting was malicious and a deliberate defamation of the court, tarnishing the court’s reputation with a scandal that will create a negative impact on the judicial system.He said it is an offence under the Penal Code to defame the High Court, Court of Appeal and Federal Court which tried Najib in his SRC International case. Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730984

Hassan Karim: Najib's FB post on SRC case an offence for contempt of court

PAS' solidarity rally for jailed former premier Najib Abdul Razak on Monday was only a political act by the Islamist party, said Amanah president Mohamad Sabu.Mohamad said he believes PAS' support for the jailed Umno leader is temporary and only to serve its political interests.He added that PAS can change its tune anytime for its political interests.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/731039

PAS' solidarity rally for jailed former premier Najib Abdul Razak on Monday was only a political act by the Islamist party, said Amanah president Mohamad Sabu.Mohamad said he believes PAS' support for the jailed Umno leader is temporary and only to serve its political interests.He added that PAS can change its tune anytime for its political interests. Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/731039

PAS support for Najib a political act, says Mat Sabu

Claims that the government had ignored the royal addendum concerning former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest are unfair, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.He added that the Home Ministry had implemented the pardon commuting Najib’s sentence and fine in the SRC International case in accordance with the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s order.

Claims that the government had ignored the royal addendum concerning former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest are unfair, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.He added that the Home Ministry had implemented the pardon commuting Najib’s sentence and fine in the SRC International case in accordance with the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s order.

Fahmi: Claims govt ignored royal addendum are unfair

[KiniNews] DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has strongly criticised PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang for attempting to link the party to the controversy surrounding the royal addendum in Najib Abdul Razak’s case. Loke denounced Hadi’s repeated political strategy of blaming DAP for every issue under the slogan “Everything is DAP’s fault”, labelling it irresponsible and malicious.He also stressed that matters related to pardons fall under the jurisdiction of the Pardons Board, which does not involve the cabinet and there is no DAP representative in the Pardons Board.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR MP Hassan Abdul Karim said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim does not need to resign over the royal addendum issue as demanded by certain parties.He said Anwar should be praised for his commitment to upholding judicial independence as personally and as prime minister, he cannot arbitrarily comment on whether the royal addendum exists.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has strongly criticised PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang for attempting to link the party to the controversy surrounding the royal addendum in Najib Abdul Razak’s case. Loke denounced Hadi’s repeated political strategy of blaming DAP for every issue under the slogan “Everything is DAP’s fault”, labelling it irresponsible and malicious.He also stressed that matters related to pardons fall under the jurisdiction of the Pardons Board, which does not involve the cabinet and there is no DAP representative in the Pardons Board.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR MP Hassan Abdul Karim said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim does not need to resign over the royal addendum issue as demanded by certain parties.He said Anwar should be praised for his commitment to upholding judicial independence as personally and as prime minister, he cannot arbitrarily comment on whether the royal addendum exists.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Loke slams Hadi for linking DAP to Najib's addendum; No need for Anwar to resign - PKR MP

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has testified it was not his directive for the multi-agency 1MDB special task force to be disbanded in 2015.The former finance minister told the High Court convened in Putrajaya today that he also never directed for a change of attorney-general and MACC chief commissioner that same year.

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has testified it was not his directive for the multi-agency 1MDB special task force to be disbanded in 2015.The former finance minister told the High Court convened in Putrajaya today that he also never directed for a change of attorney-general and MACC chief commissioner that same year.

Najib denies directing dissolution of 1MDB task force

Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal has referred Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail to the Parliamentary Rights and Privileges Committee.This is over Saifuddin’s remarks in the Dewan Rakyat on Nov 7 last year regarding the royal addendum related to former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak, which the former had called hearsay.

Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal has referred Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail to the Parliamentary Rights and Privileges Committee.This is over Saifuddin’s remarks in the Dewan Rakyat on Nov 7 last year regarding the royal addendum related to former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak, which the former had called hearsay.

Wan Fayhsal refers Saifuddin to Parliament privileges committee

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hosted an official luncheon in honour of his visiting Singaporean counterpart, Lawrence Wong at Seri Perdana today.Wong and his delegation arrived in Malaysia yesterday for a two-day official visit in conjunction with the 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders' Retreat.Before the luncheon, Anwar and Wong participated in a traditional bamboo dance performance. Wong also played the guitar with a band.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hosted an official luncheon in honour of his visiting Singaporean counterpart, Lawrence Wong at Seri Perdana today.Wong and his delegation arrived in Malaysia yesterday for a two-day official visit in conjunction with the 11th Malaysia-Singapore Leaders' Retreat.Before the luncheon, Anwar and Wong participated in a traditional bamboo dance performance. Wong also played the guitar with a band.

Singapore PM plays guitar, Anwar tries out bamboo dance

PKR Youth has called on parties in the government, especially BN to stand firm against political sentiments stirred up by Perikatan Nasional over the royal addendum involving former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.This came as the opposition targeted Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Pakatan Harapan on the issue.

PKR Youth has called on parties in the government, especially BN to stand firm against political sentiments stirred up by Perikatan Nasional over the royal addendum involving former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.This came as the opposition targeted Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Pakatan Harapan on the issue.

PKR Youth: Don't fall for political sentiments stirred up by PN on Najib's addendum

Over 10 Malay NGOs and individuals have called on the rulers to establish a task force to investigate the alleged attempt to conceal the royal addendum related to former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Gerakan Pembela Ummah (Ummah) president Mohd Zai Mustafa emphasised that the task force should address the current allegations and ensure such incidents do not recur.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1402768570694687Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730945

Over 10 Malay NGOs and individuals have called on the rulers to establish a task force to investigate the alleged attempt to conceal the royal addendum related to former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Gerakan Pembela Ummah (Ummah) president Mohd Zai Mustafa emphasised that the task force should address the current allegations and ensure such incidents do not recur.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1402768570694687Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730945

NGO calls for action to be taken over alleged attempts to conceal Najib's addendum

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who arrived yesterday on a two-day official visit to Malaysia, was accorded an official welcoming ceremony at Perdana Putra Complex today.Wong was received by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the venue at 9.50 am, where the national anthems of both nations were subsequently played.Video source:Prime Minister’s Office of Malaysia

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who arrived yesterday on a two-day official visit to Malaysia, was accorded an official welcoming ceremony at Perdana Putra Complex today.Wong was received by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the venue at 9.50 am, where the national anthems of both nations were subsequently played.Video source:Prime Minister’s Office of Malaysia

Singapore PM accorded official welcome at Perdana Putra

Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing has called for political stability, stressing that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim should complete his five-year term to ensure the success of government initiatives.Without naming specific individuals, he criticised ongoing efforts to destabilise the government by advocating leadership changes outside the democratic election process.

Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing has called for political stability, stressing that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim should complete his five-year term to ensure the success of government initiatives.Without naming specific individuals, he criticised ongoing efforts to destabilise the government by advocating leadership changes outside the democratic election process.

Anwar should be allowed to complete his term, says Tiong

PKR MP Hassan Abdul Karim said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim does not need to resign over the royal addendum issue as demanded by certain parties.He said this following the court's decision to grant Najib Abdul Razak leave for a judicial review over a royal addendum which would allow the latter to be held under house arrest.Instead, he said that Anwar should be praised for his commitment to upholding judicial independence.

PKR MP Hassan Abdul Karim said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim does not need to resign over the royal addendum issue as demanded by certain parties.He said this following the court's decision to grant Najib Abdul Razak leave for a judicial review over a royal addendum which would allow the latter to be held under house arrest.Instead, he said that Anwar should be praised for his commitment to upholding judicial independence.

Anwar does not need to resign over addendum issue, says Hassan Karim

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad believes that cooperation between Umno and PAS could lead to the former being kicked out of the federal government.He was commenting on the rally for former premier Najib Abdul Razak held outside the Court of Appeal in Putrajaya yesterday.Mahathir said this is because the DAP opposes Umno’s cooperation with PAS, not because the Malay nationalist party wanted to hold a rally for Najib.

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad believes that cooperation between Umno and PAS could lead to the former being kicked out of the federal government.He was commenting on the rally for former premier Najib Abdul Razak held outside the Court of Appeal in Putrajaya yesterday.Mahathir said this is because the DAP opposes Umno’s cooperation with PAS, not because the Malay nationalist party wanted to hold a rally for Najib.

Dr Mahathir: Umno could be expelled from govt if it teams up with PAS

[KiniNews] Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has won his appeal, putting him a step closer to implementing a royal addendum for him to serve house arrest.The Court of Appeal this afternoon allowed his appeal for leave to commence judicial review to compel the home minister and the government to enforce the alleged decree by the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong.In a split 2-1 decision, the three-person appellate bench chaired by judge Azizah Nawawi ordered the matter be reverted to the Kuala Lumpur High Court for hearing of the merits of the judicial review.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno has appealed to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong to grant former premier Najib Abdul Razak a full pardon."Umno appeals to the benevolence, wisdom, and justness of His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong to grant a full pardon to Najib in line with His Majesty's prerogative under Article 42(1) and (2) of the Federal Constitution," said Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has won his appeal, putting him a step closer to implementing a royal addendum for him to serve house arrest.The Court of Appeal this afternoon allowed his appeal for leave to commence judicial review to compel the home minister and the government to enforce the alleged decree by the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong.In a split 2-1 decision, the three-person appellate bench chaired by judge Azizah Nawawi ordered the matter be reverted to the Kuala Lumpur High Court for hearing of the merits of the judicial review.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno has appealed to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong to grant former premier Najib Abdul Razak a full pardon."Umno appeals to the benevolence, wisdom, and justness of His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong to grant a full pardon to Najib in line with His Majesty's prerogative under Article 42(1) and (2) of the Federal Constitution," said Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Najib wins royal addendum appeal; Umno calls on Agong to grant Najib full pardon

Bersih has welcomed any individual looking to wear the electoral watchdog’s t-shirt in an effort to attend a solidarity rally for Najib Abdul Razak.This comes after the former premier’s daughter, Nooryana Najwa, asked if those donning a Bersih t-shirt could get past police roadblocks set up to prevent demonstrators from entering Putrajaya for the rally.

Bersih has welcomed any individual looking to wear the electoral watchdog’s t-shirt in an effort to attend a solidarity rally for Najib Abdul Razak.This comes after the former premier’s daughter, Nooryana Najwa, asked if those donning a Bersih t-shirt could get past police roadblocks set up to prevent demonstrators from entering Putrajaya for the rally.

'Want to wear a Bersih t-shirt? Go ahead' - Bersih responds to Najib's daughter

Following the Court of Appeal’s decision today, opposition leaders have accused Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of concealing a royal addendum that purportedly allowed Najib Abdul Razak to serve his sentence under house arrest.PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari called for Anwar’s resignation over the matter, claiming the government’s actions represent a serious violation of Najib’s right to a fair trial and justice.“The prime minister must take full responsibility for this crisis of trust and step down immediately in an honourable manner,” he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730859

Following the Court of Appeal’s decision today, opposition leaders have accused Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of concealing a royal addendum that purportedly allowed Najib Abdul Razak to serve his sentence under house arrest.PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari called for Anwar’s resignation over the matter, claiming the government’s actions represent a serious violation of Najib’s right to a fair trial and justice.“The prime minister must take full responsibility for this crisis of trust and step down immediately in an honourable manner,” he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730859

Opposition calls for Anwar's resignation after addendum confirmed

The Prison Department never received the royal addendum granting Najib Abdul Razak house arrest, said Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.He affirmed today that the department only received instructions on Najib’s sentence being commuted.

The Prison Department never received the royal addendum granting Najib Abdul Razak house arrest, said Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.He affirmed today that the department only received instructions on Najib’s sentence being commuted.

Saifuddin: There was mention of house arrest in letter to Prison Dept

Najib Abdul Razak's lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah held a press conference today following Najib's victory on his royal addendum appeal.A  three-person Court of Appeal bench in a split 2-1 decision had ordered for the Kuala Lumpur High Court to hear the merits of Najib’s judicial review.

Najib Abdul Razak's lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah held a press conference today following Najib's victory on his royal addendum appeal.A three-person Court of Appeal bench in a split 2-1 decision had ordered for the Kuala Lumpur High Court to hear the merits of Najib’s judicial review.

[Full Video] Shafee holds press conference following Najib's court victory

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has won his appeal, putting him a step closer to implementing a royal addendum for him to serve house arrest.The Court of Appeal this afternoon allowed his appeal for leave to commence judicial review to compel the Home Minister and the government to enforce the alleged decree by the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has won his appeal, putting him a step closer to implementing a royal addendum for him to serve house arrest.The Court of Appeal this afternoon allowed his appeal for leave to commence judicial review to compel the Home Minister and the government to enforce the alleged decree by the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

Najib wins royal addendum appeal

Former premier Najib Abdul Razak supporters celebrated the Court of Appeal's decision outside the court complex.Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, who was in the courtroom earlier, led the crowd in chanting "Daulat Tuanku" several times.

Former premier Najib Abdul Razak supporters celebrated the Court of Appeal's decision outside the court complex.Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, who was in the courtroom earlier, led the crowd in chanting "Daulat Tuanku" several times.

‘Daulat Tuanku’- Akmal, crowd celebrate court's decision

Sungai Besar Umno division chief Jamal Yunos showed up with over 50 Umno members from his division to show solidarity with former premier Najib Abdul Razak outside the Palace of Justice today.Jamal expressed his disappointment in Umno's decision to cancel its rally today, which he believes could gather up to a million people.However, he admits that it was the right decision so as not to upset the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar.

Sungai Besar Umno division chief Jamal Yunos showed up with over 50 Umno members from his division to show solidarity with former premier Najib Abdul Razak outside the Palace of Justice today.Jamal expressed his disappointment in Umno's decision to cancel its rally today, which he believes could gather up to a million people.However, he admits that it was the right decision so as not to upset the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar.

Jamal shows up to support Najib, disappointed with last minute cancellation of rally

A letter from the Pahang palace has been submitted to the court, confirming that the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah issued a royal addendum concerning Najib Abdul Razak.Najib’s counsel Muhammad Shafee Abdullah tabled the letter before the Court of Appeal this morning.

A letter from the Pahang palace has been submitted to the court, confirming that the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah issued a royal addendum concerning Najib Abdul Razak.Najib’s counsel Muhammad Shafee Abdullah tabled the letter before the Court of Appeal this morning.

Shafee reveals letter from Pahang palace on house arrest addendum for Najib

Barisan Nasional has hit out at those who they said were trying to capitalise on former premier Najib Abdul Razak's court case.BN said it is an immoral act to use Najib's suffering - who they had once insulted and slandered in their political propaganda to now build momentum to achieve their political goals.

Barisan Nasional has hit out at those who they said were trying to capitalise on former premier Najib Abdul Razak's court case.BN said it is an immoral act to use Najib's suffering - who they had once insulted and slandered in their political propaganda to now build momentum to achieve their political goals.

BN hits out at opportunists trying to capitalise on Najib

The crowd outside the court complex started greeted Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor when he arrived at around 10.40am.Sanusi was accompanied by PAS vice-president Idris Ahmad and a group of party members.

The crowd outside the court complex started greeted Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor when he arrived at around 10.40am.Sanusi was accompanied by PAS vice-president Idris Ahmad and a group of party members.

Sanusi joins crowd outside court complex to show support for Najib

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said he is waiting to meet Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh."I am waiting to see him," he tells reporters outside the court complex today.His remarks are in response to a question of whether the two have met today, as Akmal had earlier challenged Fadhli to have a face-to-face meeting over the latter's cryptic Facebook post.

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said he is waiting to meet Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh."I am waiting to see him," he tells reporters outside the court complex today.His remarks are in response to a question of whether the two have met today, as Akmal had earlier challenged Fadhli to have a face-to-face meeting over the latter's cryptic Facebook post.

I am waiting to see Akmal, says Fadhli

There is no political crisis in Sabah Umno, said Umno President and BN Chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi during his trip to the state today. Zahid also indicated that the coalition will only decide on its allies for the 17th Sabah state election after the dissolution of the state assembly.Meanwhile Prime Minister’s senior political secretary Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin has lodged a police report to begin investigations over a movement to overthrow the Anwar Ibrahim administration.The report was made to end the ‘Dubai Move’ speculation which could cause public anxiety and affect investor confidence

There is no political crisis in Sabah Umno, said Umno President and BN Chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi during his trip to the state today. Zahid also indicated that the coalition will only decide on its allies for the 17th Sabah state election after the dissolution of the state assembly.Meanwhile Prime Minister’s senior political secretary Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin has lodged a police report to begin investigations over a movement to overthrow the Anwar Ibrahim administration.The report was made to end the ‘Dubai Move’ speculation which could cause public anxiety and affect investor confidence

#KiniNews: No political crisis in Sabah, Dubai Move must be thwarted - PM aide