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9 September, 2024
The 1MDB logo is seen on a billboard at the funds flagship Tun Razak Exchange under-development site in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: AFP
Malaysia 1MDB scandal

Malaysia’s 1MDB sues ‘dishonest’ Amicorp for US$1 billion for alleged fraud

The claim alleges Hong Kong-headquartered Amicorp of creating shell companies and enabling the misappropriation of funds between 2009 and 2014.

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Malaysia

My Take | Is Anwar’s anti-corruption pledge in Malaysia facing a reality check after 2 years?

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Malaysia

‘This is what I call justice’: Najib’s wife cleared of money-laundering charges

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Malaysia

Najib’s house arrest at ‘discretion’ of Malaysia’s king, Anwar says

Sultan Ibrahim of Johor will make the decision on Najib Razak’s fate, Malaysia’s current prime minister told parliament.

Malaysia’s current king, Sultan Ibrahim of Johor. Photo: AFP
Malaysia 1MDB scandal

Malaysia’s Najib accuses US of sabotaging his 1MDB defence

In a bombshell courtroom revelation, the ex-PM claims US collusion with Malaysia’s political opposition to undermine his defence.

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South Korea

South Korea’s president banned from travelling abroad amid martial law probe

Yoon Suk-yeol survived an impeachment attempt over the weekend, but calls for him to go are growing.

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Malaysia

Will Malaysia’s Mahathir face criminal probe over island lost to Singapore?

A commission claims Mahathir misled the government about a disputed island awarded to Singapore, risking up to seven years in prison if convicted.

Malaysia’s former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad speaks during the Nikkei Forum “Future of Asia” in Tokyo on May 24. Photo: AFP
Vietnam

Vietnamese tycoon’s death sentence upheld over US$12 billion fraud

A court on Tuesday upheld the sentence after rejecting Truong My Lan’s appeal against a conviction for embezzlement and bribery.

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Malaysia 1MDB scandal

Malaysia’s ex-PM Najib says 1MDB-linked charges ‘politically motivated’

The former PM is serving a six-year prison sentence for stealing from sovereign wealth fund 1MDB and faces more cases related to the 2018 election scandal.

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Chinese Football Association (CFA)

Fifa rejects CFA life ban on South Korea’s Son, club boss calls China ‘unstable’

Son Jun-ho was detained in China for 10 months ‘on suspicion of accepting bribes’ and was one of 43 people banned.

Global life ban imposed on South Korean soccer player Son Jun-ho, (right), by the Chinese Football Association has been rejected by Fifa. Photo: Reuters
Malaysia

Malaysia drops Najib’s 6 charges over 1MDB as house arrest rumours swirl

Najib Razak has been seeking to be released from jail and serve the remaining four years of his jail term at home.

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Ex-Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak leaves a court in Kuala Lumpur on January 19, 2024. Photo: Reuters
Vietnam

Vietnam tycoon told to repay US$11 billion to avoid lethal injection execution

The 68-year-old is appealing her death sentence after being convicted of embezzling US$12.3 billion from a bank.

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Malaysia

Malaysian PM Anwar denies conflict of interest in corporate sponsor row

Anwar says the government paid its share of flight expenses for a two-week overseas tour, amid accusations of favouritism and corruption.

Malaysia

My Take | As Sabah faces new bribery case, will it pay dividends for power seekers?

A whistle-blower has alleged corruption involving a ‘top leader’, prompting Chief Minister Hajiji Noor to dismiss speculation about his role.

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor. Photo: Facebook
Malaysia

Daim Zainuddin acquitted of graft charges by Malaysian court after his death

The corruption charges, related to the late politician and businessman’s alleged failure to declare his assets, were dropped on Wednesday.

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Former Finance Minister Daim Zainuddin arrives at Session Court in Kuala Lumpur before being charged with failing to declare assets on January 29, 2024. Photo: EPA-EFE
Malaysia

Widow of Malaysia’s Daim insists on case against late ex-minister to go on

Naimah Khalid says Daim wanted ‘his day in court’ to clear his name in a case slammed by their family as ‘politically motivated’.

South Korea

South Korea’s opposition chief indicted for misuse of public funds

Already embroiled in multiple legal battles, Lee Jae-myung’s indictment could jeopardise his anticipated bid for the presidency in 2027.

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Malaysia

Daim Zainuddin’s complex legacy and the twilight of Malaysia’s old guard

With the ex-minister’s death, questions arise about the enduring impact of cronyism and the possibility of a new political era in Malaysia.

Malaysia’s then-finance minister Daim Zainuddin at an international Islamic banking summit held in Kuala Lumpur in 2001. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

Malaysia’s Sabah chief minister denies involvement in bribery scandal

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor is being implicated as the ‘top leader’ in alleged attempts to bribe local elected representatives.

Malaysia

Malaysia’s ‘Fat Leonard’ gets 15 years’ jail for US Navy corruption scandal

The former fugitive provided prostitutes, first-class travel, luxury hotel stays and cash bribes to US naval officers, court documents show.

Malaysia

Malaysian ex-PM Najib fails to end 5-year trial over 1MDB scandal

Court orders former leader to enter a defence over allegations that he took more than US$500 million in bribes linked to state fund 1MDB.

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Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak (centre) arrives at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday. Photo: AFP
Vietnam

Opinion | In Vietnam, political stability may end up being too much of a good thing

Foreign investors and diplomats might soon start looking back with nostalgia on the days of dispute within Vietnam’s Communist Party.

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Vietnam’s newly elected president, Luong Cuong (left), and To Lam, general secretary of the Communist Party, are seen outside the National Assembly in Hanoi on October 21. Photo: AP
Malaysia 1MDB scandal

Malaysia PM Anwar responds to Najib’s 1MDB apology

The 71-year-old Najib apologised last week for mishandling the scandal that saw US$4.5 billion stolen from state coffers during his time in office.

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Malaysia

Malaysians left incredulous by apology from disgraced ex-PM Najib

Malaysians slam ‘disingenuous apology’ for 1MDB scandal, scoff at former leader’s claim he was misled by associates.

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Malaysia

Najib apologises, without accepting full blame, for Malaysia’s 1MDB scandal

The jailed former prime minister’s partial apology comes as the government considers sentencing reforms that may enable his early release.

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Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak speaks to supporters outside the Court of Appeal in Putrajaya, Malaysia on August 23, 2022. Photo: AP
Vietnam

Vietnam parliament elects army general Luong Cuong as state president

Cuong, 67, takes over from To Lam, who was appointed president in May and then also became party chief.

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Newly elected President Luong Cuong arrives at the National Assembly in Hanoi. Photo: AP
Singapore

Singapore’s Iswaran case a ‘wake-up call’, could raise grey areas on gifts

Some members of the private sector who juggle public roles urge more clarity about the length and breadth of corruption rules in Singapore.

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Lessons from China's history

Reflections | When officials in drought-prone part of China committed huge fraud

In a case that shocked China 250 years ago, officials were punished for fraud involving donations in return for university places.

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