Malaysian police are seeking confirmation of possible links between Philippine politicians and the syndicate behind the 521kg methamphetamine seizure in Laos, as investigations increasingly focus on arrangements allegedly made through Malaysia before the private jet departed Subang.

Bukit Aman Narcotics Crime Investigation Department director Hussein Omar Khan yesterday said police established that two Filipino nationals ordered the drugs and that they are working with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) to trace the pair and the wider syndicate.

According to Bernama, Hussein (above) said Malaysian investigators are also awaiting confirmation of Philippine media reports implicating political figures in the operation.