DAP to meet tomorrow over Najib’s house arrest

The DAP’s central executive committee will convene tomorrow to deliberate on the party’s stance and subsequent steps following former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s conditional pardon, which allows him to complete his prison term under house arrest.

DAP secretary-general Loke Siew Fook emphasized the party’s respect for the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s authority to grant pardons under the Federal Constitution while maintaining a commitment to the rule of law and opposition to corruption. He highlighted that public discontent over the 1MDB scandal played a role in the government change in the 2018 general election, tarnishing Malaysia’s image and diminishing public and investor confidence.

Loke reaffirmed DAP’s consistent demand for justice and accountability in relation to the 1MDB scandal, stressing the party’s dedication to thoroughly investigating misappropriation and ensuring those responsible face an impartial legal process. He affirmed that the people’s mandate to oppose corruption and abuse of power will continue to direct DAP’s actions.

Hannah Yeoh, a member of the Federal Territories Pardons Board and one of DAP’s three assistant secretaries-general, conveyed a position aligned with the party’s principles while fulfilling her duties. Yeoh explained that her views were expressed honestly and openly in the best interest of the country.

Earlier, the Prime Minister’s Department announced that Sultan Ibrahim, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, had granted Najib a conditional pardon as part of the FTPB meeting. Under this pardon, Najib will serve the remainder of his sentence, originally a 12-year term, in house arrest for the SRC International case until August 23, 2028, subject to the payment of a reduced RM50 million fine.