Malaysian PM Anwar Faces Backlash as Allies’ Graft Charges Dropped
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is facing criticism after a crucial ally was freed of longstanding graft charges, with ruling and opposition politicians alike questioning his anti-corruption commitment.
Anwar on Friday denied interfering in the Attorney-General’s Chambers decision to withdraw all 47 criminal charges against Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, citing ongoing investigations. The high court on Monday accepted prosecutors’ request for a dismissal but didn’t grant Zahid a full acquittal.