Najib's conditional pardon should not be portrayed as PM, PH decision — Wanita PKR

The conditional pardon granted to former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak should not be seen as a decision made by the Prime Minister or Pakatan Harapan (PH), according to Wanita PKR. Chief Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek emphasized that the authority to grant pardons lies with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong under the Federal Constitution, and the decision should be respected without letting political differences overshadow the Constitution's position.

The government must provide an explanation to the public, but this does not change the party's stance on corruption and abuse of power. Wanita PKR, founded on fighting abuse of power, asserts that the law should apply to everyone, regardless of their position or influence. The conditional pardon is likely to evoke various reactions from the public, with some accepting it, others disappointed, and some angry.

PKR acknowledges these feelings and emphasizes that the people have the right to express their views and seek an explanation. The pardon is the sole prerogative of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, as outlined in the Federal Constitution, and Wanita PKR respects the decision while upholding the monarchy institution. Earlier, the Federal Territories Pardons Board announced that Najib had been granted a conditional pardon enabling him to serve the remaining sentence under house arrest until August 23, 2028, provided he pays the RM50 million fine from the SRC International case and complies with all imposed conditions. Failure to do so could result in the conditional pardon's revocation.