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Experts warn that the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji should be evaluated on governance and integrity grounds alone, without becoming entangled in religious or racial politics, given TH's RM93.4 billion in depositor funds.
Sultan Ibrahim has demanded an exhaustive investigation into Tabung Haji, emphasising that those responsible for misconduct at Malaysia's pilgrim fund must face legal consequences without exception.
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has called for uncompromising accountability in the Lembaga Tabung Haji and Felda controversies, insisting that no wrongdoer should evade consequences regardless of their position.
Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye, chairman of the Alliance for a Safe Community, has called for uncompromising enforcement against police personnel implicated in an alleged extortion scheme, warning that such misconduct threatens public trust in Malaysia's law enforcement system.
Pakatan Harapan has lodged police reports against two Umno leaders, accusing them of making inflammatory campaign remarks regarding Negeri Sembilan's menteri besar appointment and alleging DAP control over palace decisions.
Inspector-General Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail has praised departing Deputy Inspector-General Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay for his principled leadership and unwavering commitment to the rule of law across more than three decades with the Royal Malaysian Police.
Malaysia's top anti-corruption body and state investment manager have forged closer ties to strengthen oversight of the nation's vast investment portfolios and ensure higher standards of governance.
Malaysia's government has pledged to thoroughly investigate allegations of 'corporate mafia' activities threatening institutional integrity. The establishment of a Royal Commission of Inquiry will depend on the results of the initial probe.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned political leaders against leveraging the royal institution for electoral advantage during the Negri Sembilan campaign, stressing the need to protect the constitutional role of the monarchy.
Government will decide on establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry into alleged corruption within the MACC based on investigation results and adherence to proper legal procedures, Deputy Minister Azalina indicates.