Kerajaan belum tetap tahun sasaran pemulihan aset, tuntutan 1MDB

The Malaysian government has not set a target year for completing all recoveries and asset recovery efforts related to 1MDB, according to Finance Minister II Amir Hamzah Azizan. He mentioned that 2039 is the break-even year for the principal of the Single Term Islamic Note (IMTN) related to 1MDB issued by the government. "The year 2039 is the break-even point for the principal of IMTN based on the schedule," he said during a question-and-answer session in the House of Representatives.

He clarified that the break-even year and the completion time of 1MDB liabilities and claims are different. Amir responded to Lee Chuan How (PH-Ipoh Timor) when asked about the final target for completing the remaining liability and claim balance of 1MDB and the government's target year to fully discharge these commitments. He said the timing of claim resolution and asset recovery also depends on the court's decision and the government's authority both domestically and internationally.

"The priority now is to fulfill the financial commitment according to the schedule, while continuing efforts to recover as much of the embezzled funds as possible," he said. As of August 31, the government had paid RM42.5 billion to meet its obligations and commitments related to 1MDB, including principal, interest, and other costs.

The remaining IMTN principal liability, which is guaranteed by the government, amounts to RM8.9 billion, consisting of RM5 billion principal and RM3.9 billion interest due to maturity in 2039. He noted that after accounting for the recovered funds and assets of RM31.3 billion, the government's net liability is estimated at RM20.1 billion if there is no additional recovery.

He added that the amount claimed or demanded by the court has not been definite as it depends on the court's decision, appeal process, recoverable assets, and ability to enforce orders, especially internationally.