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Parliamentary proceedings have revealed that Tabung Haji's RM193.5 million purchase of a stake in Putrajaya Perdana in 2014 proceeded entirely while the company remained under the influence of fugitive businessman Jho Low, court testimony shows.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has clarified that its investigation into fugitive Low Taek Jho remains ongoing and has not been terminated, keeping pressure on the high-profile case.
Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong has flatly rejected allegations that fugitive businessman Jho Low entered Malaysia last year accompanying a Chinese delegation to discuss settling the sprawling 1MDB scandal through negotiations.
PAS's deputy president has called for fugitive businessman Jho Low to be tried in Malaysia for his role in the 1MDB scandal, arguing the country has the right to pursue independent legal action regardless of international developments.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that Malaysia will not adjust its position on fugitive financier Jho Low, even if he receives a pardon from the United States government.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's unwavering position on fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho, stating the country will not be influenced by any potential US presidential pardon decision, regardless of international developments.