From Malay Mail · Arif Zikri · · 1m 10s
Anwar: Najib's pardon right but wider impact must be considered
Prime Minister Anwar defends Najib's pardon right while warning of public confidence risks.
In brief
Prime Minister Anwar defends Najib's pardon right while warning of public confidence risks. Malaysian PM Anwar says Najib has right to seek pardon but must consider public confidence and international perceptions. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Anwar defends Najib's pardon right
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasized former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak's right to seek a pardon.
“She should not wait any longer”
Najib granted conditional pardon
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim granted Najib a conditional pardon allowing him to serve the remainder of his SRC International sentence under house arrest until August 23, 2028.
RM50m fine condition
Najib must pay a RM50 million fine and other conditions to maintain house arrest.
Anwar rejects pardon facilitation claims
Anwar refuted allegations that he facilitated Najib's conditional pardon, stating every prisoner holds the right to appeal.
“When people say that I was the one who paved the way [for that pardon], that is not true”
Pardons board authority
The power to grant pardons rests with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, guided by the prime minister and attorney general.
Public confidence concerns
Anwar warned that Najib's legal issues and potential impact on public confidence and international perceptions must be seriously considered.
“I continue to remind [the board] about the ongoing cases”
What it means
Malaysian PM Anwar says Najib has right to seek pardon but must consider public confidence and international perceptions.
