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PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has acknowledged that embezzlement occurred at Tabung Haji, citing findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the pilgrimage fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has responded strongly to Royal Commission of Inquiry findings on Tabung Haji, highlighting RM12 billion in losses and calling for accountability over alleged siphoning of funds.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained a shipping company chief executive and six others in connection with a Tabung Haji-related investigation. The CEO and a construction director remain in five-day remand.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has framed the governance failures at Tabung Haji as a concern transcending religious lines, emphasizing that all Malaysians bear the financial and reputational consequences of the pilgrims' fund's mismanagement.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained a Datuk-titled shipping company CEO and six others for questioning as part of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry into alleged financial irregularities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that fund siphoning, or 'sakau', did take place at Tabung Haji, resulting in RM12 billion in losses as detailed in the Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated the government will investigate Felda after completing its examination of Tabung Haji, following the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's direction to extend scrutiny beyond the pilgrims' fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced plans for a government investigation into Felda following the completion of the Tabung Haji probe, signalling renewed scrutiny of state institutions under royal guidance.
Academic experts have endorsed the Royal Commission of Inquiry's 25 recommendations for Tabung Haji, emphasizing the need for independent risk oversight, reduced political interference, and binding controls over investment decisions to safeguard depositors' funds.
An IIUM economist argues that Tabung Haji's reform programme should emphasise measurable performance indicators and transparent communication rather than merely meeting implementation deadlines to restore public confidence.
Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has categorically denied any authority or engagement in Tabung Haji transactions while serving as deputy minister in the Prime Minister's Department.
Bank Negara Malaysia has clarified that guidance provided to Tabung Haji flows from its statutory responsibility to safeguard overall financial stability, monitoring non-bank institutions with significant systemic links.
A Malaysian economic think-tank has stressed that Tabung Haji requires experienced financial leadership and robust governance frameworks to prevent repeating past problems and to better serve younger Muslims planning their Hajj pilgrimages.
The CSO Platform for Reform has demanded an independent, transparent investigation into institutional failures at Lembaga Tabung Haji revealed by the Royal Commission of Inquiry's recent findings.
The Malaysian Press Institute, IKIM and Tabung Haji have jointly organised a media literacy programme to help journalists understand the TH Royal Commission of Inquiry and report accurately on the institution's recovery efforts.
Criminal prosecutions in the Tabung Haji scandal must proceed swiftly once evidence is secured, legal experts say, while cautioning that investigations will take months and require careful public management.
PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang has questioned Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's decision to skip the special parliamentary sitting discussing the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji.
Accountability for Tabung Haji's significant investment losses and the Democratic Action Party's strategic positioning have emerged as critical focal points this week, coinciding with preparations for Malaysia's 16th General Election.
A former Court of Appeal judge has clarified that the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings into Tabung Haji cannot independently justify criminal prosecution, emphasising that enforcement agencies must conduct separate investigations to gather court-admissible evidence.
Malaysian depositors remain confident in Tabung Haji's ability to help them fulfil their haj aspirations, despite the recent Royal Commission of Inquiry report highlighting management concerns.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is weighing foreign forensic support to advance its Tabung Haji investigation, which has already interviewed 115 witnesses and held seven suspects.
Government Backbenchers Club chairman Datuk Dr Zaliha Mustafa has condemned Perikatan Nasional MPs for walking out of parliament during a special sitting to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji.
Academic experts have condemned the opposition's decision to boycott parliamentary proceedings on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, arguing the walkout weakens vital checks on government and fails depositors seeking legislative scrutiny.
Malaysia's Tabung Haji has stabilised its finances through comprehensive reforms since 2018, with the pilgrimage cost held steady at RM33,300 for three years despite 250% inflation since 2001.
Malaysia's government is exploring the creation of a multi-agency task force to supervise investigations into suspected misconduct at Tabung Haji, the pilgrim fund administrator, according to Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
The Malaysian government has pledged that no one, regardless of position or status, will receive protection during investigations into Tabung Haji's past investment decisions and financial management practices.
An Islamic finance advocacy group says a new Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji is unnecessary, arguing that ongoing investigations by authorities like the MACC are adequate to address past mismanagement.
The government will submit the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji to law enforcement and financial regulators for investigation, signalling a comprehensive accountability process into the hajj fund's governance issues.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has confirmed that the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report will be referred to multiple law enforcement agencies including police and the anti-corruption commission for comprehensive investigation based on all documented findings.
Police investigating the Royal Commission of Inquiry findings on Lembaga Tabung Haji have recorded statements from 134 witnesses, including 10 recently summoned, as authorities pursue leads into potential wrongdoing at the pilgrimage fund operator.
Analysts stress that Tabung Haji must operate free from political influence to rebuild depositor confidence following the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings. Over 75% of RCI recommendations have been implemented.
The government is prioritising the financial stability of Tabung Haji and its 10 million depositors over short-term political considerations in its handling of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report, according to Deputy Minister Aiman Athirah Sabu.
Malaysia's government has unveiled comprehensive reforms at Tabung Haji following a Royal Commission inquiry, including placing investment oversight under the Securities Commission and banning active politicians from the board.
Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir has warned against reaching broad conclusions regarding Lembaga Tabung Haji's troubles, emphasising that the Royal Commission of Inquiry's investigation operates within significantly constrained parameters.
Muda-Muar MP Syed Saddiq has criticised opposition parties for boycotting parliament's debate on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, arguing their absence represents a betrayal of millions of depositors affected by the Islamic pilgrimage fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pushed back against opposition criticism, telling Perikatan Nasional to concentrate on the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji rather than engaging in personal attacks.
A Royal Commission of Inquiry has exposed how Tabung Haji altered its impairment policy twice in a single day in 2017 to mask financial losses and justify profit distributions to depositors, despite accounting standards requiring the opposite.
Tabung Haji has filed 12 reports with law enforcement and anti-corruption authorities following a Royal Commission of Inquiry investigation into the Islamic pilgrimage fund's operations, signalling potential criminal proceedings ahead.
Malaysia's government faced potential liabilities exceeding RM74.5 billion had a severe bank run struck Tabung Haji in 2018, according to ministerial disclosures about the fund's precarious financial state.
Malaysia's government has pumped over RM10 billion into Tabung Haji to resolve a financial crisis stemming from mismanagement and embezzlement, with the bailout aimed at restoring the Islamic pilgrimage savings institution to solvency rather than seizing its assets.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticised Perikatan Nasional for allegedly neglecting Tabung Haji depositors, following the opposition's walkout from a Royal Commission of Inquiry parliamentary debate.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has urged opposition parliamentarians to return to the Dewan Rakyat to engage in debate over findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry investigating Tabung Haji.
A prominent political figure has called on former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob to justify why the Royal Commission of Inquiry report examining Lembaga Tabung Haji was kept from public view for almost four years.
Parliamentarians are calling for a dedicated task force to examine irregularities at Lembaga Tabung Haji and determine whether the Islamic pilgrimage fund faced misconduct linked to the 1MDB investment scandal.
Malaysia's Finance Minister II Amir Hamzah has reassured Parliament that the government consistently services its debts, including government securities and sukuk guarantees. His remarks address concerns over the RM27.5 billion sukuk issued through Urusharta Jamaah Sdn Bhd, linked to Tabung Haji's restructuring.
Parliament held an extended sitting on the Tabung Haji RCI report, with MPs demanding sweeping reforms, transparent investigations into misconduct, and stronger governance frameworks to restore public confidence in the institution managing haj pilgrimages for over 10 million depositors.
A Bentong MP has pressed the government to outline measures reducing Tabung Haji's heavy dependence on UJSB sukuk income, which constitutes nearly 26% of annual revenue. She also seeks clarity on investment losses and stronger regulatory oversight.
Parliament has heard that Tabung Haji's RM193.5 million acquisition of a stake in Putrajaya Perdana in 2014 went through while the construction company remained under the control of fugitive financier Low Taek Jho, raising fresh questions about governance lapses.
Tabung Haji's involvement in Putrajaya Perdana, with its chairman serving concurrently at both institutions, exposed the Islamic pilgrimage fund to 1MDB dealings that ultimately cost RM145.3 million.
Malaysia's government will escalate five Bank Negara warning letters connected to the Tabung Haji inquiry report to the Prime Minister and cabinet for review and decision-making.
Malaysia's Parliament has united in demanding accelerated amendments to the Tabung Haji Act 1995 to implement Royal Commission findings. Lawmakers want stricter governance, merit-based board appointments, and reduced ministerial powers to protect depositors' savings.
Malaysia's Minister of Religious Affairs argues that Tabung Haji's RM10 billion financial crisis was preventable had the institution heeded five warning letters from Bank Negara Malaysia between 2014 and 2016 concerning governance and liquidity management.
ABIM president Ahmad Fahmi Mohd Samsudin has urged authorities to implement comprehensive reforms at Tabung Haji based on the Royal Commission of Inquiry findings, warning against allowing the report to become merely a record-keeping exercise.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has called for constructive criticism of Tabung Haji to be matched with concrete action, stressing the need to protect the Islamic institution's credibility and prevent unfounded allegations.
Finance Minister Amir Hamzah disclosed that Tabung Haji endured nearly RM13 billion in losses from 14 problematic investments, seven of which resulted in complete financial ruin. The government bailout via Urusharta Jamaah topped RM10 billion.
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan has assured Tabung Haji depositors that all zakat payments have been properly fulfilled and comply with Syariah requirements, following recommendations from the Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged Malaysians to stop spreading unsubstantiated allegations and negative perceptions about Lembaga Tabung Haji, calling for discourse grounded in facts rather than speculation.
Tabung Haji is escalating efforts to recover nearly 884 million Saudi riyal from Saudi property developer Al-Rawda after a settlement agreement collapsed, mobilising asset tracing specialists to locate funds.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed Opposition criticism of his recent parliamentary absence, arguing that debate should centre on the Tabung Haji RCI report and protecting depositors' interests rather than his attendance record.
Tengku Zafrul, Senior Political Adviser to the Prime Minister, has rebuked opposition MPs for boycotting parliament's debate on a Royal Commission report into Tabung Haji, arguing the Prime Minister's absence should not justify avoiding scrutiny of Muslim savings.
Port Dickson MP Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun has stressed the need to fairly assess Tabung Haji investment losses, distinguishing between market risks and misconduct. He calls for stricter board appointment criteria and barring active politicians from leadership roles.
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has called for an immediate, independent forensic audit of Tabung Haji to be completed within one year, following damning findings of governance failures and cumulative losses of between RM10 billion and RM12.6 billion from 2014 to 2020.
Activist group SEKPUR has submitted a memorandum to Parliament demanding the government take decisive action against those responsible for Tabung Haji mismanagement, citing the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's directive to pursue wrongdoing to the fullest extent.
Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has drawn a striking parallel between a struggling single mother and Tabung Haji's financial fraud, accusing the pilgrimage fund of artificially inflating asset values to mask insolvency and justify unsustainable dividend payments.
Malaysia plans comprehensive amendments to the Tabung Haji Act 1995 to tighten financial reporting, implement stricter bonus policies, and place fund management under Securities Commission oversight, following a Royal Commission inquiry.
Opposition lawmakers abandoned parliamentary debate on the Tabung Haji RCI report in protest over the Prime Minister's absence, sparking academic debate about whether walkouts serve depositors' interests better than substantive legislative argument.
Malaysian MPs have called for a transparent and independent investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, emphasising the need for professional scrutiny to restore public trust and clarify competing claims among stakeholders.
Tabung Haji has recovered significantly following institutional reforms, said Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan. The government has released a Royal Commission of Inquiry report detailing weaknesses and enforcement agencies are investigating past mismanagement.
A senior government backbencher has called for the complete publication of Tabung Haji's efforts to implement Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendations and recover losses, arguing transparency is essential to restore public confidence in the Islamic pilgrimage savings institution.
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has ordered a comprehensive and transparent investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry findings on Lembaga Tabung Haji, emphasizing no compromise in the process.
Tabung Haji has launched a public awareness campaign through distribution of a special information booklet summarising the Royal Commission of Inquiry report, seeking to rebuild confidence among nine million depositors.
Bank Negara Malaysia issued five warning letters to Tabung Haji regarding its deteriorating financial position, with concerns about systemic risk to Malaysia's financial stability. The warnings were reportedly ignored by TH's management.
Police and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission have launched formal investigations into the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, with several individuals detained as part of the probe.
Opposition MPs walked out of a special parliamentary sitting called to discuss the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, prompting government figures to question their commitment to scrutinising the fund's management.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has lambasted the opposition for turning the Tabung Haji scandal into a political spectacle, urging lawmakers to focus on restoring the pilgrim fund's finances and protecting millions of depositors' savings.
Opposition members walked out of the Dewan Rakyat after the Speaker declined their request to postpone a special sitting on the Tabung Haji RCI report pending Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's return to Parliament.
Parliament's Speaker confirms a special sitting was convened to allow lawmakers from both government and opposition benches to scrutinise the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji, emphasising transparency and public accountability.
Opposition lawmakers walked out of a parliamentary briefing on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, protesting the absence of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof, who are receiving medical treatment.
Opposition chief whip Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan has urged the deferment of a special parliamentary session examining the Tabung Haji RCI findings, requesting the debate proceed only after Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim resumes his parliamentary duties.
Perikatan Nasional's chief whip argues that a parliamentary sitting on Tabung Haji matters lacks substance without Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's presence, likening it to a media event rather than serious legislative debate.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim apologised for his absence from today's parliamentary special sitting debating the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, citing ongoing medical treatment. He will monitor proceedings remotely.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed his gratitude to those who offered prayers and support during his recent illness, while signalling Parliament's readiness to hold a special sitting to discuss findings from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry.
A Bank Muamalat economist has recommended that Tabung Haji adopt quarterly financial performance reporting similar to the Employees Provident Fund, arguing this would enhance transparency and rebuild confidence among its 9.8 million depositors.
A Putra Business School director has called for tomorrow's parliamentary debate on the Tabung Haji RCI report to centre on eliminating political interference in the institution's management and restoring public confidence through transparent reforms.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi led a restricted briefing at UMNO headquarters where senior Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional figures reviewed the declassified Royal Commission of Inquiry report examining Tabung Haji's operations and governance.
Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan will present the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji's operations to Parliament tomorrow, with Cabinet signalling intent to take action against those implicated.
A political risk consultant has urged the government to publicly disclose the implementation status of each Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendation into Tabung Haji, emphasizing the need for accountability and realistic timelines for the remaining quarter of reforms.
Malaysia's parliament convened in a special session to examine a damning Royal Commission report on Tabung Haji, revealing governance failures, creative accounting, and a potential RM1.4 billion loss masked by reported profits.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Tabung Haji has emerged stronger following comprehensive reforms, with the royal commission inquiry report expected for public release imminently.
Malaysia's cabinet must approve the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report before it can be presented to Parliament, adding another procedural step to the controversial pilgrimage fund's accountability process.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has disclosed that the Tabung Haji RCI report is being kept confidential to avert public alarm and potential mass withdrawals from the pilgrimage savings fund.
PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim has endorsed the government's plan for a special parliamentary session to debate the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, while emphasizing the need for tangible measures.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has justified the government's decision to inject funds into Tabung Haji, stating the pilgrimage savings fund faced inevitable bankruptcy without state intervention.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has proposed that the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji should examine the pilgrimage fund's recovery phase, extending beyond the initial crisis investigation period.
Tabung Haji's 3.5% profit distribution for 2025 represents tangible progress in the pilgrim fund's restructuring efforts, with economists suggesting the gains reflect stronger governance and investment discipline across the institution.
PKR Youth has demanded a thorough and transparent investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings regarding Lembaga Tabung Haji, emphasising the need for accountability in the management of the pilgrimage savings institution.
The Malaysian Islamic Dakwah Foundation has thrown its weight behind Sultan Ibrahim's directive for a rigorous, transparent investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings on Tabung Haji and swift action against any wrongdoing.
The Malaysian Islamic Dakwah Foundation has voiced backing for the King's directive ordering a thorough investigation into Tabung Haji's Royal Commission of Inquiry findings, stressing the need for professional follow-up and firm action against any legal breaches.
The Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) has voiced backing for Sultan Ibrahim's directive that investigations into Royal Commission findings on Tabung Haji proceed with rigour, transparency and integrity.
Tabung Haji has announced a 3.5% profit distribution for 2025, marking its strongest performance in eight years. The pilgrimage fund's recovery reflects successful implementation of 75% of Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendations issued following past governance weaknesses.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has declared that Barisan Nasional and Umno will not condone mismanagement at Tabung Haji, insisting those culpable must face appropriate consequences for their actions.
An Umno Supreme Council member has pushed back against criticism linking the ruling party to Tabung Haji's financial troubles, warning that the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings should not be weaponised for political accusations.
Malaysia's Tabung Haji has stabilised its finances after a RM12.6 billion investment loss crisis, though a Royal Commission of Inquiry warns that structural reforms remain essential to ensure the hajj savings institution's resilience.
The Malaysian Islamic Youth Movement has called for significant restrictions on ministerial powers over Tabung Haji, citing past mismanagement of pilgrimage funds and investment decisions as justification for urgent institutional reform.
Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission has detained five people as law enforcement agencies accelerate investigations into Lembaga Tabung Haji management irregularities uncovered in a Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency, police and tax authority have intensified investigations into alleged wrongdoing at Tabung Haji following damaging findings from a Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Malaysia's tax authority faces pressure to launch a formal investigation into potential tax evasion by Tabung Haji and its subsidiary companies, as scrutiny intensifies following discoveries by the Royal Commission of Inquiry.
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.
The Inland Revenue Board has initiated investigations into individuals named in the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, with tax officials conducting premise raids following the discovery of financial discrepancies.
Barisan Nasional leadership believes findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji will strengthen the coalition's standing, particularly as it prepares for the upcoming Melaka state election.
Tabung Haji has committed to examining a ten-point memorandum from Islamic NGOs while pressing ahead with the final quarter of Royal Commission reforms, having already implemented over 75% of recommendations to strengthen the institution.
The MACC has completed a four-day interrogation of a former chief financial officer of Tabung Haji regarding allegations of abuse of power in a RM370 million plantation share acquisition, marking a key phase in the commission's investigation.
Malaysia's Inland Revenue Board has begun tax investigations into individuals cited in the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, following discovery of discrepancies between declared income and asset holdings.
An Umno supreme council member has pushed back against criticism levelled at Barisan Nasional and his party over difficulties facing Tabung Haji, Malaysia's pilgrimage fund manager.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has extended its interrogation of a former chief financial officer into a third consecutive day, focusing on a RM370 million share transaction that surfaced during the Tabung Haji royal commission investigation.
Barisan Nasional and UMNO leadership have declared an uncompromising stance against misconduct at Tabung Haji, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi emphasizing that those responsible for breaches of trust must face full consequences.
Barisan Nasional and Umno will take decisive action against any individual or group found culpable in the Tabung Haji Royal Commission inquiry, pledges party leadership.
Former Tabung Haji chairman Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim has sidestepped Bersatu's demands that he disclose whether the MACC contacted him about the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings into the pilgrim fund.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has intensified its investigation into Tabung Haji's finances, subjecting the fund's former chief financial officer to an extensive six-hour interrogation regarding a controversial RM370 million investment in plantation sector shares.
Malaysia's police force has initiated five separate investigations into commercial offences flagged by the Royal Commission of Inquiry examining Tabung Haji's financial operations, signalling a potential shift toward accountability.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission questioned a former chief financial officer for six hours at its Putrajaya headquarters regarding the Tabung Haji RCI Report, with questioning set to resume today.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission continues its investigation into a RM370 million share acquisition involving a Tabung Haji-linked company. The former chief financial officer is undergoing a second round of questioning regarding alleged abuse of power.
A special parliament sitting scheduled for August 11 will see 35 to 40 MPs debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, which uncovered problematic investments and suspicious transactions spanning 2014 to 2020.
Bersatu has pressed former Tabung Haji chairman Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim to confirm whether the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has contacted him regarding discoveries from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the pilgrim fund.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested three additional individuals as part of its continuing investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry on Tabung Haji, centring on alleged financial impropriety totalling approximately RM450,000 in penalty notices.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested the former chief executive and chief financial officer of Tabung Haji as part of a Royal Commission of Inquiry investigation into a RM370 million share purchase in plantation companies.
A design firm director has been arrested during the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, accused of providing funds for expensive home renovations allegedly connected to bribery related to the pilgrimage fund.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained a former estate manager in connection with an RM8 million rubber sapling supply contract under scrutiny by the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Putrajaya authorities have remanded a company director for two days on suspicion of offering RM300,000 in home renovation work to a former statutory body executive in exchange for lucrative contracts.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested a company director accused of offering RM300,000 in renovation services to a former Tabung Haji chief operating officer to secure lucrative contracts.
Malaysia's religious affairs minister will present the long-awaited Royal Commission of Inquiry findings on Tabung Haji to parliament next week, potentially shedding light on controversies affecting the hajj savings institution.
The Malaysian Consulate General in Jeddah has confirmed that all pilgrims from the 1447H/2026 haj season have safely returned home as scheduled, while urging the public to disregard unverified social media claims suggesting some remained in Saudi Arabia.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that the full Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji has been published without any editorial changes or censorship, addressing public concerns about transparency.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has condemned the 13-month bonus payment at Tabung Haji as a serious breach of trust, following the release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report into the pilgrim fund's financial mismanagement.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged that those accountable for losses and misconduct at Lembaga Tabung Haji will face investigation and prosecution if evidence supports legal action.
Tabung Haji faced severe financial strain as liabilities outpaced assets, triggering comprehensive recovery measures and a royal investigation into its operations between 2014 and 2020.
The government is consulting stakeholders on proposed amendments to the Tabung Haji Act 1995, following recommendations from a Royal Commission of Inquiry. Minister Zulkifli Hasan says most earlier reforms have been implemented successfully.
An anti-graft organisation has called for a comprehensive ban on political appointments to statutory boards, citing the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report as evidence that political considerations directly enabled financial mismanagement.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has deployed eight officers to Tabung Haji's Kuala Lumpur headquarters to examine financial records and organisational documents as part of an active investigation into the Islamic pilgrimage fund.
A Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji's RM10 billion loss reveals the institution squandered funds that could have subsidised hajj pilgrimages for over 900,000 lower-income Malaysians. Experts call for governance reforms and accountability.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has called for the special Dewan Rakyat sitting examining the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji to be extended by at least two days to enable broader parliamentary debate.
Datuk Seri Najib Razak has challenged what he characterises as inconsistent treatment of the National Audit Department's conclusions regarding Tabung Haji, raising questions about the credibility and impartiality of auditing processes.
Malaysia's cabinet has approved an expansion of the Tabung Haji inquiry to examine the Islamic pilgrim fund's operations during both the Pakatan Harapan and Perikatan Nasional administrations, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid said.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to publishing the full Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji's management, signalling increased transparency over the Islamic pilgrimage fund's governance and operations.
The MACC has begun investigating the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings on Tabung Haji, deploying eight officers to the pilgrim fund's headquarters to examine documentation and interview officials implicated in financial mismanagement.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has initiated a formal investigation into matters arising from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, deploying eight officers to conduct a comprehensive review of relevant documentation.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has launched a formal investigation into Tabung Haji following a damning Royal Commission of Inquiry report, with enforcement teams now stationed at the pilgrim fund's headquarters.
Datuk Seri Dr Mujahid Yusof Rawa says the Tabung Haji RCI report has cleared him of allegations made during his time as Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs).
Tabung Haji's 2018 recovery programme has successfully addressed RM12.6 billion in losses through government-backed asset sales and restructuring, with profit distributions rising from 1.25% to 3.50% by 2025.
PKR secretary-general Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh has demanded investigations into those responsible for losses and legal breaches at Tabung Haji, based on findings in a Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended the government's choice to publicly disclose the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, characterizing the move as rooted in principles of transparency and institutional trust rather than partisan advantage.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared an end to cover-ups surrounding the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, vowing that investigations will proceed transparently and stakeholders will finally receive answers they have awaited.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has blamed greed, poor governance and financial mismanagement for nearly causing the collapse of Tabung Haji, Malaysia's pilgrim savings fund.
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Pakatan Harapan's Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has urged Negeri Sembilan voters to prioritise governance and integrity when selecting leaders, warning that poor choices risk damaging state and national assets. He cited the Royal Commission of Inquiry findings on Tabung Haji corruption.
The Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia has called for sweeping reforms at Tabung Haji, emphasising that recommendations from a Royal Commission of Inquiry must be implemented fully and monitored continuously to restore public confidence.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected suggestions that releasing the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report constitutes political scoring, instead framing it as a fundamental duty to protect millions of Muslim depositors.
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PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar has defended the government's decision to release the TH RCI report, arguing it would have faced criticism regardless of timing. She emphasised transparency as the key priority ahead of Saturday's Negeri Sembilan state election.
Malaysia's Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has dismissed suggestions that the public release of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report was timed for electoral advantage, stating the Cabinet unanimously approved disclosure to enable parliamentary debate and enforcement action.
Malaysia's Attorney General's Chambers will immediately examine the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji's operations from 2014 to 2020, assessing whether law breaches warrant prosecution.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has formed a specialized investigative team to examine the recently released Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, focusing on potential corruption and financial misconduct.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has created a specialized task force to scrutinize the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji following its public disclosure, signalling heightened official attention to potential governance violations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that Malaysia's Parliament will hold an extraordinary sitting on August 11 to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry report examining Tabung Haji, the country's Islamic pilgrimage fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Lembaga Tabung Haji has been successfully restored to financial stability after problems arising from past negligence and mismanagement were detected early, with the Cabinet agreeing to release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji has recommended granting statutory status to the Haj Affairs Committee, establishing it formally under the Tabung Haji Act 1995 with clearly defined responsibilities.
Pakatan Harapan has called for swift and comprehensive action against those responsible for misconduct at Tabung Haji, following the public release of a 211-page Royal Commission of Inquiry report covering the pilgrim fund's operations from 2014 to 2020.
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Malaysia's Tabung Haji financial crisis exposes governance weaknesses affecting the entire nation. The declassified Royal Commission report signals urgent need for institutional reforms that prioritize transparency, professional management, and enforceable checks and balances.
Malaysia's government pledges to accelerate implementation of outstanding Tabung Haji reforms, with three-quarters of Royal Commission recommendations already in place. The institution earned a Diamond Award for haj management.
The government's RM88 billion guarantee for Tabung Haji depositors will only be triggered if the pilgrim fund fails to execute its recovery plan, according to a Royal Commission of Inquiry report investigating the board's 2014-2020 operations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim defended the government's choice to release the Tabung Haji RCI report, saying the decision came after sustained public demand, while cautioning against challenging his administration's transparency efforts.
Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri has called for the immediate public release of findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Tabung Haji scandal, declaring that Umno maintains transparency and has no secrets to hide.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji will be released to the public today, concluding a lengthy investigation into the pilgrimage fund's management and financial performance.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has indicated the Cabinet is considering an expanded remit for the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji, suggesting a wider probe could better assess rehabilitation progress.
A Royal Commission of Inquiry has found that Tabung Haji should have reported a RM1.4 billion net loss in 2017, not the RM3.4 billion profit it declared, exposing serious accounting failures and financial mismanagement.
Malaysia's Islamic Development Department has published a comprehensive 211-page Royal Commission of Inquiry report examining Tabung Haji's management and operations over a six-year period, including findings and reform recommendations.
A Royal Commission of Inquiry has revealed serious governance deficiencies at Tabung Haji, including political interference in fund management and profit distribution decisions that damaged public confidence in the pilgrim institution.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji has called on authorities to act decisively on multiple police reports filed between 2018 and 2019 concerning the pilgrimage fund's management, operations, and financial decisions.
A Royal Commission inquiry has concluded that Tabung Haji should not have distributed RM2.75 billion in hibah for 2017, citing unsustainable payouts and creative accounting as key factors behind the pilgrim fund's financial crisis.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji has flagged 14 investment decisions for forensic audit, citing substantial asset impairments. The inquiry also emphasises risks from UJSB sukuk obligations to the nation's financial stability.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for a special Parliament sitting to debate the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report at the earliest opportunity, subject to approval from the Dewan Rakyat speaker.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved an extended review of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, now spanning 2014 to 2022 and beyond, to evaluate recovery measures under new management. The declassified report will be tabled for parliamentary debate.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that the release of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report is intended to strengthen the institution going forward, rather than merely scrutinising its troubled past.
Malaysia's Tabung Haji is systematically implementing Royal Commission recommendations to strengthen depositor protection and institutional resilience. The Cabinet has declassified the RCI report, reflecting government commitment to transparency and accountability in Islamic fund management.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved the public release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji's financial crisis, which exposed a RM10.9 billion deficit gap. The report, covering 2014-2020, will be debated in Parliament as enforcement agencies investigate findings.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that officials responsible for alleged losses and misuse of power at Tabung Haji will not escape accountability, with investigations and prosecution to proceed where evidence warrants.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged that anyone found culpable in the Tabung Haji financial crisis will face charges if evidence supports prosecution, following delivery of an official inquiry report.
The Malaysian government plans to convene a special Dewan Rakyat sitting to allow MPs to examine the declassified Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, with 75% of recommended reforms already implemented.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has directed his law minister to arrange a special parliamentary sitting to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings into Tabung Haji, signalling government commitment to transparency on the troubled pilgrimage fund.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved the public release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, covering 2014-2020. The report contains 25 recommendations, of which 75% have been implemented by the institution's management.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that any legal action stemming from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission inquiry must strictly follow due process, regardless of whether the cabinet chooses to publicly disclose the RCI's conclusions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the Cabinet will decide Wednesday whether to publicly release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji, addressing months of speculation over the findings.
Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid Hamidi has cautioned political parties against weaponising the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry findings for electoral advantage ahead of the Negeri Sembilan state election.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has reaffirmed that no individual will escape accountability if their names appear in the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, emphasizing transparent disclosure and legal due process.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi says the release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji is unlikely to influence voter behaviour in Negri Sembilan's August 1 state election.
Academics and retired officials are pressing the government to quickly release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, citing the need for transparency, depositor protection, and institutional accountability.
Barisan Nasional has signalled it will not object if the Cabinet decides to table the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report in Parliament or make it public, according to party deputy chairman Tok Mat Zin.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that Cabinet approval is forthcoming for the release of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, emphasising that accountability applies universally regardless of status.
Amanah's Mujahid Yusof Rawa has called for the Tabung Haji RCI report to be made public, arguing transparency will clarify management issues and restore public confidence in the pilgrimage fund serving 9.2 million depositors.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed confidence that the Cabinet will approve releasing the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji during Wednesday's meeting, marking a significant shift toward transparency in the pilgrimage fund's governance.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim disclosed that the government deliberately delayed releasing a Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji to prevent a confidence crisis that could have triggered the pilgrimage fund's collapse.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim defended the three-year delay in releasing the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, saying early publication could have triggered panic withdrawals. The government now plans to release the findings soon.
Finance Minister's political secretary Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim says the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji represents a critical turning point, exposing misappropriation and calling for accountability over an institution trusted with Muslim pilgrims' savings.
Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has declared that accountability must apply uniformly if the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry uncovers evidence of wrongdoing, with no exceptions based on position or status.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signals the government may release the final Royal Commission report into Tabung Haji's crisis. Here's what went wrong and why it matters for Malaysia.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called for the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji to be released publicly, emphasising transparency principles. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim indicated the report would be made available soon.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim indicates the Royal Commission of Inquiry's final report on Tabung Haji is likely to be released either today or by Wednesday, depending on whether Cabinet approval is needed.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji could be made public today if no further Cabinet endorsement is needed.
Malaysia's Minister in the Prime Minister's Department says the Cabinet will deliberate on releasing the final Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji before deciding, while defending the 2018 financial rescue operation.
Tabung Haji will continue allocating hajj offers on a first-registered, first-served basis without introducing special categories, a deputy minister confirmed in parliament, citing fairness and transparency principles.