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Cabinet Backs Parliamentary Scrutiny for Public Prosecutor Appointments

Malaysia's Cabinet has endorsed constitutional amendments that give Parliament greater authority in scrutinising and recommending candidates for the position of Public Prosecutor, a move intended to strengthen institutional checks and judicial independence.

By Khairul Anuar · 8 Aug 2026 · 5 min read

New KWAN Law Blocks Future Withdrawals Without Parliamentary Approval Following RM5 Billion 2021 Incident

A newly passed law tightens controls on KWAN withdrawals, mandating parliamentary approval for any future funds drawn from the sovereign wealth fund following the controversial RM5 billion withdrawal in 2021.

By Rajesh Kumar · 16 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Major Overhaul of Attorney General and Public Prosecutor Roles to Be Unveiled

Malaysia's government will table a significant report tomorrow proposing the separation of Attorney General and Public Prosecutor roles, introducing parliamentary oversight and fixed terms to strengthen judicial independence.

By Khairul Anuar · 13 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

MPs May Access Taiping Prison Riot CCTV Footage, Says Deputy Minister

Malaysia's deputy law and institutional reform minister indicates parliamentary access to Taiping prison riot CCTV footage may be possible, pending Cabinet consideration and legal review.

By Khairul Anuar · 9 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

PAC Tightens Oversight of Troubled LCS Project With Quarterly Reporting Requirement

Parliament's Public Accounts Committee has mandated quarterly progress reports on Malaysia's Littoral Combat Ship project to prevent delays and cost overruns, while tightening financial controls and shifting to performance-based payments.

By Khairul Anuar · 8 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Greek MEP Investigating Pegasus Spyware Becomes Victim of Same Technology

A Greek politician investigating NSO Group's Pegasus spyware for the European Parliament was himself hacked multiple times by the same technology, highlighting deepening concerns over digital surveillance across Europe.

By Khairul Anuar · 4 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Lawmakers Push for Transparency in Azam Baki Shareholding Probe

Multiple members of parliament are urging authorities to disclose findings from investigations into former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholdings, citing the need for public accountability and transparent governance.

By Rajesh Kumar · 1 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Reform Group Pushes for Parliamentary Oversight of Public Prosecutor Appointments

A Malaysian reform coalition is urging lawmakers to institute parliamentary vetting procedures for Public Prosecutor appointments, arguing that splitting the Attorney-General and Public Prosecutor roles requires robust oversight mechanisms to prevent power imbalances.

By Khairul Anuar · 26 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Parliament must have binding veto power over public prosecutor appointments, say PKR MPs

Eight PKR MPs are demanding that Parliament be granted genuine oversight authority in selecting the public prosecutor, rather than a limited right to comment on appointments under proposed constitutional reforms.

By Khairul Anuar · 23 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

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