Malaysia's Pardons Board Delays Najib Razak Pardon Amid Public Outcry
By Editor • September 11, 2026 • 1 min read
The Pardons Board of Malaysia has decided to delay any discussions regarding the clemency application of former Prime Minister Najib Razak. This decision comes in the wake of intense public dissatisfaction following news of his potential pardon for corruption charges.
Earlier in the week, the revelation that Najib's pardon request would be reviewed by the board, under the chairmanship of King Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, sparked significant backlash. Citizens expressed their outrage at the thought of the convicted leader possibly regaining his freedom.
In response to the uproar, the government announced on Friday that the king, who holds the authority to grant pardons, will not proceed with discussions at this time, reflecting the public sentiment against Najib's early release.
Source: www.scmp.com
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