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Ex-Felda Chief Faces Cheating Charge Over Land Deal
A former director-general of the Federal Land Development Authority has been charged in connection with an alleged misrepresentation concerning the transfer of Jalan Semarak property. The charge relates to accusations of dishonest conduct in board dealings.
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KUALA LUMPUR — A former director-general of the Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) appeared in court today to face charges of cheating the statutory body over a property transaction involving Jalan Semarak land. The accused allegedly made false representations to the Felda board regarding the transfer of the property, according to court documents. Legal proceedings against the former senior official mark an escalation in scrutiny of high-level transactions within one of Malaysia's largest state-owned development agencies. The case underscores ongoing concerns about corporate governance and accountability in handling of government-linked entities' assets. Further court dates have been scheduled as investigations into the matter continue.