The Malaysian Pardons Board has officially deferred deliberations regarding the clemency petition submitted by former leader Najib Razak. This decision follows significant public criticism and widespread anger sparked by reports that his request for a pardon from his corruption conviction was scheduled for review. The board, which operates under the authority of King Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, faced intense scrutiny after news emerged earlier this week that the matter was included on its meeting agenda. While the monarch holds the constitutional power to issue pardons, the government confirmed on Friday that the discussion has been put on hold in response to the prevailing public sentiment regarding the high-profile case.
Source : South China Morning Post
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