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Prosecution seeks to overturn appeal court ruling in Rosmah solar project case
The prosecution has challenged a Court of Appeal decision that would allow former Prime Minister Najib Razak's wife Rosmah Mansor to present additional evidence in her corruption trial linked to a RM1.25 billion solar hybrid project.
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PUTRAJAYA — The prosecution has filed an application to stay the Court of Appeal's ruling that granted Rosmah Mansor permission to adduce additional evidence in her defence against corruption charges related to the RM1.25 billion solar hybrid project.
The move represents an escalation in the legal battle surrounding the high-profile case, with prosecutors seeking to prevent the former Prime Minister's wife from introducing new material evidence at this stage of proceedings. The Court of Appeal's earlier decision had been viewed as a significant development in the trial, potentially strengthening the defence's position.
Rosmah has been charged in connection with her alleged involvement in securing contracts related to the solar energy project. The prosecution's application to stay the appeal court decision underscores the contested nature of procedural matters in the case, which has drawn considerable public attention given the prominence of those involved.
The legal proceedings continue to navigate questions of evidence admissibility and procedural fairness, with both sides presenting competing arguments before the courts. The outcome of the prosecution's stay application could have significant implications for how the trial progresses and what evidence may ultimately be presented to the court.