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DAP pushes for disclosure of Najib pardon discussions, defers to AG
The Democratic Action Party has called for transparency regarding the proceedings of meetings that led to former Prime Minister Najib Razak's royal pardon, though party leadership acknowledges the decision ultimately rests with the Attorney-General's office.
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The DAP's position on releasing minutes from discussions surrounding Najib's pardon has been communicated to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, according to party secretary-general Loke Siew Fook. The move reflects the opposition coalition's emphasis on governmental transparency in a matter that has drawn considerable public scrutiny. Najib received a pardon from the Yang di-Pertuan Agong in August 2024, following commutations of his sentences related to corruption charges. The party's request underscores broader concerns about accountability in high-profile legal proceedings affecting Malaysia's political landscape. However, Loke acknowledged that any disclosure of sensitive governmental documents falls within the purview of the Attorney-General's office, which would need to assess legal and procedural considerations before making such materials public. The stance signals the DAP's desire for openness while respecting established institutional protocols governing the handling of official records.