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Ahmad Fairuz Abdul Halim

Ahmad Fairuz Abdul Halim
The latest news and top stories on Ahmad Fairuz Abdul Halim, a prominent Malaysian legal figure. He served as the fourth Chief Justice of Malaysia from 2003 to 2007, having previously held various judicial roles including President of Sessions Court, High Court Judge and Court of Appeal Judge. His career was marked by significant controversy, notably his implication in the 2007 ’judicial fixing’ scandal involving a video of alleged discussions on judicial appointments. He also sparked debate by suggesting the abolishment of English Common Law. His extensive background in the Malaysian Judicial and Legal Service highlights his expertise in the country’s legal system.
Malaysia

Anwar’s chief justice pick tests Malaysia’s faith in the courts

As ex-Umno insider Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh takes his seat at the apex of the judiciary, he inherits not merely a bench but a burden.

Malaysia to seek lawyers’ views as anger over judge selection process mounts

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