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Anwar defends Home Minister, insists law applies equally to all
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed personal sympathy for Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution while reaffirming that legal processes must be followed uniformly across society, regardless of individual circumstances.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has sought to balance compassion with principle in addressing questions surrounding Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution, stating that while he sympathises with the minister personally, the rule of law remains paramount.
Anwar underscored that Malaysia's legal and due process framework operates uniformly for all citizens and public officials alike, without exception or favouritism. The Prime Minister's remarks come as the government faces scrutiny over how it handles matters involving senior officials.
"We understand the human dimension of these matters," Anwar said, while maintaining that adherence to established legal procedures is non-negotiable. His comments reflect the administration's attempt to navigate the tension between demonstrating solidarity with government colleagues and upholding institutional accountability.
The Prime Minister's statement reinforces the government's stated commitment to transparency and the rule of law, principles that have formed part of the administration's broader reform agenda since taking office.