Najib Dismisses Claim of Secret China Trip to Bail Out 1MDB
2025-01-15
The Star Online
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak has denied reports that he sent his former special officer on a secret mission to China in 2016 to secure a bailout for the debt-ridden 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB). The scandal-plagued state fund has been a major controversy in Malaysia, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability. Najib's denial comes as the country continues to grapple with the fallout from the 1MDB saga, which has been linked to corruption and money laundering. The incident has sparked intense public debate and scrutiny, with Malaysians demanding answers about the fund's management and the government's role in its dealings. Key issues include financial mismanagement and lack of oversight.