KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed disagreement with UMNO’s decision to pay the RM50 million fine on behalf of former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, stressing that corruption and abuse of power must not be taken lightly in the name of friendship.
Anwar Disagrees With UMNO Paying Najib's RM50 Million Fine
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim disagreed with UMNO’s decision to pay RM50 million fine for former PM Najib, stressing corruption must not be overlooked, though he acknowledged UMNO’s prerogative and respect for legal process.
- Anwar said personal ties should not mask corruption or abuse of power.
- UMNO paid the fine and closed its Najib Solidarity Fund after reaching the target.
- The payment was made through the Kuala Lumpur High Court, following the fund launched on Sept 18.
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