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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced that the government will initiate an investigation into Felda following completion of its Tabung Haji inquiry, acting on a directive from the Agong.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has framed the Tabung Haji financial problems as a national economic issue affecting all Malaysians, moving beyond religious and sectarian perspectives.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained seven people, including high-ranking Tabung Haji officials and a shipping company chief executive, as part of its Royal Commission of Inquiry investigation into the pilgrimage fund.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained a shipping company CEO and six others in connection with alleged irregularities involving Tabung Haji, the Islamic pilgrimage fund administrator.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained seven individuals, including a prominent shipping company chief executive officer, as the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry deepens its investigation into alleged irregularities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has sharply criticised the findings of a Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji, characterising the loss of RM12 billion as systematic siphoning and demanding accountability for those involved.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that funds were indeed siphoned from Tabung Haji, rejecting criticism of the term 'sakau' as RM12 billion was lost. He stressed accountability across all political lines.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that government investigations into troubled statutory bodies will extend beyond Tabung Haji to encompass Felda, reflecting the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's view that systemic issues warrant deeper examination.
PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has affirmed that embezzlement occurred at Tabung Haji, referencing evidence uncovered by the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the pilgrimage fund's operations.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji has prompted calls from governance experts for fundamental structural reforms, including mandatory integration of risk warnings into board decisions and separation of risk management functions from audit oversight.
A Malaysian academic argues that implementing Royal Commission recommendations for Tabung Haji must go beyond timeline compliance, emphasizing the need for clear performance metrics, consistent progress updates, and transparent governance.
Bank Negara Malaysia has clarified that its guidance to Tabung Haji stems from its statutory duty to safeguard financial stability, monitoring interconnected non-bank institutions that could pose systemic risks.
Tabung Haji requires expert financial leadership and strengthened governance to prevent repeating past problems and better serve younger Malaysians saving for Hajj, according to IKRAM Malaysia's policy analysis.
Malaysia's civil society groups are pressing for an independent investigation into institutional breakdown at Lembaga Tabung Haji, citing the Royal Commission of Inquiry's damaging findings.
The Malaysian Press Institute, Institute of Islamic Understanding Malaysia, and Tabung Haji organised a closed-door briefing for journalists to address misconceptions surrounding the TH Royal Commission of Inquiry and strengthen public understanding of governance issues.
A lawyer involved in the Tabung Haji RCI proceedings has called for swift prosecution of wrongdoers once investigations yield sufficient evidence, stressing the need to restore depositor confidence through decisive action regardless of individuals' positions.
PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang has questioned Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's decision to skip a special parliamentary session discussing the Royal Commission of Inquiry findings into Lembaga Tabung Haji, suggesting the matter warranted the PM's direct engagement.
Malaysia's political landscape shifts as scrutiny intensifies over Tabung Haji's significant investment losses and the DAP's strategic direction heading into the 16th General Election.
A former Court of Appeal judge has cautioned that the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report cannot independently justify prosecutions, emphasizing that enforcement agencies must conduct separate investigations to gather court-admissible evidence.
Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has rejected claims of his involvement in Tabung Haji transactions, asserting he held no authority over the pilgrim fund's dealings while serving as deputy minister.
Despite scrutiny from a Royal Commission of Inquiry, Malaysians continue to trust Tabung Haji as their partner in achieving haj. Depositors cite the institution's spiritual significance and plan increased contributions.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is considering engaging foreign forensic specialists to strengthen its investigation into Tabung Haji, having already questioned 115 witnesses and detained seven suspects in connection with the pilgrim fund management case.
Malaysian political analysts have criticised the opposition's decision to boycott parliamentary proceedings on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, arguing the move weakened parliamentary oversight and failed the institution's 10 million depositors.
The chairman of the Government Backbenchers Club has publicly criticised opposition Perikatan Nasional MPs for walking out of a parliamentary debate examining a Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji.
Financial analysts have urged Tabung Haji depositors to maintain confidence in the Islamic pilgrimage fund, citing five consecutive years of positive net assets and ongoing recovery programmes addressing governance weaknesses identified in a recently released Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Minister Zulkifli Hasan told Parliament that Tabung Haji's restructuring since 2018 has successfully restored the pilgrim fund's financial health while keeping haj costs stable at RM33,300 through 2026.
The government is exploring the establishment of a multi-agency task force to oversee investigations into alleged impropriety at Tabung Haji, according to Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
The government has pledged to take impartial action against anyone found culpable in Tabung Haji's operational failures, signalling a zero-tolerance approach to institutional misconduct as investigations deepen.
Malaysia's Islamic finance advocacy group IKRAM has opposed calls for a fresh Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji, arguing that ongoing investigations by authorities like the MACC are adequate and that overusing RCIs dilutes their credibility.
The Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings on Tabung Haji will be shared with police, MACC, Bank Negara, and the Inland Revenue Board for full investigation, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has announced.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has confirmed the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji will be handed to law enforcement and anti-corruption authorities for comprehensive investigation based on all documented findings.
Leading academics argue that shielding Tabung Haji from political interference remains critical to its recovery, with over 75% of Royal Commission recommendations implemented but governance reform incomplete.
Police have recorded statements from 134 witnesses, including 10 recently called, during investigations into findings from the Lembaga Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
The government is prioritising the financial stability of Tabung Haji and its 10 million depositors over short-term political advantage in managing the disclosure of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report, says Deputy Minister Aiman Athirah Sabu.
Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir cautions that the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji's troubles operated under constrained parameters, making sweeping judgements premature and potentially misleading.
The Malaysian government has announced sweeping reforms to Tabung Haji following a Royal Commission inquiry, including Securities Commission oversight of investments, restrictions on political board members, and a task force to implement 25 recommendations.
Opposition MPs who boycotted parliament's debate on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report have abandoned their duty to over 10 million depositors, says Muda's Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman.
A special parliamentary sitting examining the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji proceeded despite opposition lawmakers' protests and calls for adjournment over the prime minister's non-attendance.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pushed back against Perikatan Nasional criticism over the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, insisting the opposition should focus on debating the findings rather than attacking him personally.
Malaysia's Tabung Haji altered its impairment policy from 70% to 85% to 90% within a single day in 2017, allowing the institution to report a RM3.4 billion profit instead of a RM1.4 billion loss, according to a Royal Commission of Inquiry report released last month.
Tabung Haji has submitted 12 reports to the Royal Malaysian Police and Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission based on revelations uncovered during the Royal Commission of Inquiry examination of the Islamic pilgrimage fund's operations.
Tabung Haji faced potential liabilities of RM74.5 billion had a major bank run materialised in 2018, according to a senior government minister presenting findings on the Islamic pilgrimage fund's financial crisis.
Malaysia's government approved a bailout exceeding RM10 billion to restore Tabung Haji's financial viability after the pilgrimage fund faced severe insolvency driven by mismanagement and embezzlement.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has attacked opposition parties for walking out of parliamentary proceedings examining the Tabung Haji crisis, arguing their departure demonstrates indifference to millions of Muslim pilgrims' savings.
An opposition politician has called on former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob to justify why a Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji remained undisclosed for nearly four years, raising fresh questions about government transparency.
A Dewan Rakyat member has called for establishing a multi-agency task force to investigate historical irregularities at Lembaga Tabung Haji and explore possible connections to the 1MDB scandal.
Malaysia's Finance Minister II has reaffirmed the government's unwavering commitment to servicing all its debt obligations, including guarantees for sukuk issued by a special purpose vehicle managing Tabung Haji assets.
Thirty-nine MPs spent over 10 hours debating the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji, demanding urgent legislative changes, investigations into misconduct, and systemic reforms to restore public confidence in the institution managing haj affairs.
Bentong MP Young Syefura Othman has called on the government to outline concrete measures for reducing Tabung Haji's heavy reliance on income from UJSB sukuk, which represents nearly 26% of the institution's annual revenue.
Malaysia's Parliament has urged the government to accelerate amendments to the Tabung Haji Act 1995, following an RCI report that exposed governance weaknesses affecting the Islamic pilgrimage savings fund.
Malaysia's Finance Minister disclosed that Tabung Haji's controversial RM193.5 million investment in Putrajaya Perdana in 2014 received all regulatory approvals while the construction company was allegedly under fugitive Jho Low's control.
A Royal Commission of Inquiry has exposed how Tabung Haji's investment in Putrajaya Perdana and overlapping leadership roles entangled the Islamic pilgrimage fund in 1MDB deals, resulting in RM145.3 million in losses among broader governance failures.
Authorities plan to escalate five Bank Negara Malaysia warning letters concerning Tabung Haji to the prime minister and cabinet, following Royal Commission recommendations on financial governance transparency.
ABIM has urged the government to use Royal Commission of Inquiry findings on Tabung Haji as the foundation for substantive institutional reform, emphasising that the crisis involves the savings of nearly 10 million Muslims and demands accountability beyond ordinary mismanagement.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged the public to stop making unverified allegations about Tabung Haji, calling for discourse grounded in factual information rather than speculation.
Malaysia's Tabung Haji crisis could have been prevented had the institution heeded five warning letters from Bank Negara Malaysia between 2014 and 2016, according to Religious Affairs Minister Zulkifli Hasan. The government ultimately needed to bail out TH when its deficit ballooned to RM10 billion.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has stressed that criticism of Tabung Haji must translate into concrete remedial action, not empty rhetoric, as Parliament debates the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings on the Islamic institution.
Tabung Haji accumulated nearly RM13 billion in losses through 14 failed investments, seven of which were complete write-offs, according to Finance Minister Amir Hamzah during parliamentary debate on a Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has assured Tabung Haji depositors that all zakat payments have been properly fulfilled in a Syariah-compliant manner, following scrutiny from a Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Tabung Haji is intensifying efforts to recover nearly 884 million Saudi riyal from Saudi developer Al-Rawda, which has paid only 14.9 million of a 899 million riyal arbitration award. The case stems from problematic hotel lease deals in Makkah and Madinah.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pushed back against Opposition calls for accountability regarding his recent parliamentary absence, insisting the national conversation should centre instead on the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings into Tabung Haji.
Port Dickson MP Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun has called for fair assessment of Tabung Haji's investment losses, arguing not all stem from misconduct. He advocates stricter board appointment criteria and prohibiting active politicians from leadership roles.
Tengku Zafrul has defended parliament's TH debate, arguing the Prime Minister's absence should not prevent MPs from scrutinising issues affecting Muslim savings. Several opposition MPs staged a walkout.
Multiple government and Bersatu MPs have condemned opposition parties for boycotting a parliamentary debate on a Royal Commission report into Tabung Haji's operations, arguing the decision abandons 10 million depositors.
Former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has called for an immediate and comprehensive forensic audit of Lembaga Tabung Haji, to be completed within a year. His appeal follows damning Royal Commission findings of governance failures and substantial fund losses.
Activist group SEKPUR has submitted a memorandum to Parliament demanding stern action against those responsible for mismanagement at Lembaga Tabung Haji, following the public release of a damning Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Minister Zulkifli Hasan has used a homely analogy to explain how Tabung Haji manipulated its financial statements, artificially inflating asset values to declare profits when the institution was actually insolvent, necessitating a RM10 billion government rescue.
Malaysia will amend the Tabung Haji Act 1995 to strengthen financial reporting rules and governance standards, implementing recommendations from a Royal Commission of Inquiry that examined the pilgrim fund's operations from 2014 to 2020.
Perikatan Nasional opposition MPs staged a walkout from parliament's Tabung Haji RCI debate, citing the Prime Minister's absence due to health issues. Analysts question whether the protest effectively serves depositors' interests.
Parliamentary members have called for a transparent and independent investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, emphasising the need for professional handling of findings to restore public trust and protect depositor rights.
Perikatan Nasional MPs staged a walkout from parliament during debate on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, citing the absence of the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister.
Minister Zulkifli Hasan says Tabung Haji has substantially recovered from legacy weaknesses identified in a Royal Commission of Inquiry report, with enforcement agencies investigating alleged misappropriation.
Dr Zaliha Mustafa has urged the government to publicly release a comprehensive report on the implementation of 25 Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendations for Tabung Haji, along with details on recovery efforts, to restore public confidence in the institution.
Tabung Haji has launched a public education drive using a condensed information booklet to communicate Royal Commission of Inquiry findings to over nine million depositors, addressing governance lapses while highlighting recent financial recovery.
Police and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission have begun investigations into findings from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, with multiple detentions announced as authorities pursue alleged misconduct.
Bank Negara Malaysia issued five warning letters to Tabung Haji over a critical shortfall between assets and liabilities, Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan revealed during a parliamentary briefing on the pilgrimage fund's financial crisis.
A government backbencher has accused the opposition of political posturing after opposition MPs walked out of parliament during a special sitting to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, Malaysia's Islamic pilgrimage fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rebuked the Opposition for politicising the Tabung Haji crisis rather than focusing on institutional reform and protecting depositor interests, after opposition MPs walked out of parliament.
Malaysia's Parliament held a special sitting to debate findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Lembaga Tabung Haji, with Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul emphasizing the importance of transparency and public accountability in governance.
Opposition lawmakers abandoned Parliament's special briefing on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, objecting to the Prime Minister's absence due to medical treatment. The walkout underscores rising tensions over procedural matters in the current parliamentary term.
The Opposition chief whip has requested postponement of a special parliamentary session examining the Royal Commission of Inquiry findings on Tabung Haji, arguing that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim should be present for the discussion.
Perikatan Nasional's chief whip has challenged PM Anwar Ibrahim's decision to skip a special parliamentary sitting on Tabung Haji issues, arguing his presence is essential for meaningful legislative debate.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has apologised for his absence from today's special Parliamentary sitting to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, citing ongoing medical treatment. He will monitor proceedings remotely.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has thanked supporters for their prayers and confirmed that Parliament will hold a special sitting to deliberate findings from the royal commission of inquiry into Tabung Haji's operations.
A prominent Malaysian economist has recommended that Tabung Haji adopt quarterly financial reporting similar to the Employees Provident Fund, arguing this would enhance transparency and restore confidence among its nearly 10 million depositors.
An academic has called for tomorrow's parliamentary debate on the Tabung Haji RCI report to concentrate on eliminating political involvement in the institution's governance and ensuring professional, integrity-driven leadership free from partisan interests.
Coalition leaders gathered for confidential briefing on declassified Tabung Haji inquiry report. Senior Barisan Nasional figures led discussion at Umno headquarters as opposition partners also attended the special session.
Malaysia's Minister in the Prime Minister's Department will brief Parliament on a Royal Commission inquiry into Lembaga Tabung Haji's operations. The Cabinet has signalled that disciplinary action will follow the inquiry's findings.
A political risk consultant has called for the government to publicly disclose the implementation status of each Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendation into Tabung Haji, emphasizing accountability and identifying agencies responsible for the remaining 25 per cent of reforms.
The Dewan Rakyat will hold a special one-day session to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, which uncovered severe governance failures and potential losses of RM1.4 billion during 2014-2020.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim indicated that Tabung Haji has recovered its financial standing following implementation of reform measures, with the Royal Commission of Inquiry report expected to be made public shortly.
Malaysia's cabinet must sign off on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report before lawmakers can examine it, marking another procedural step in the high-profile investigation into the pilgrimage fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has justified keeping the Tabung Haji RCI report confidential, arguing that public disclosure could trigger panic withdrawals and destabilise the Islamic pilgrimage savings fund.
PAS has endorsed the government's decision to convene a special parliamentary sitting to discuss the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, with the party's leadership urging swift implementation of recommendations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended the government's decision to inject funds into Tabung Haji, arguing that intervention was essential to prevent the pilgrimage fund from sliding into insolvency and jeopardising the financial security of Malaysian pilgrims.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidah has advocated for broadening the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji to encompass the recovery phase following the pilgrimage fund's financial crisis.
Tabung Haji's 3.5 per cent profit distribution for 2025 signals that the institution's post-Royal Commission reforms are beginning to deliver measurable results, with investment income reaching record levels and stronger governance frameworks in place.
PKR Youth has demanded a thorough and transparent investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings concerning Lembaga Tabung Haji, emphasizing accountability.
The Malaysian Islamic Dakwah Foundation has thrown its weight behind Sultan Ibrahim's call for a rigorous, transparent investigation into the Royal Commission findings on Lembaga Tabung Haji, with strict enforcement of any legal breaches discovered.
The Malaysian Islamic Dakwah Foundation has backed the King's call for a thorough, transparent investigation into Tabung Haji RCI findings, emphasizing the need for firm action and improved governance at the pilgrimage savings institution.
Tabung Haji's announcement of a 3.5 per cent profit distribution for 2025 signals the success of its transformation programme following Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendations, with 75 per cent of reforms now implemented.
The Prime Minister's Department of Religious Affairs has thrown its weight behind His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim's directive for a sweeping, transparent investigation into Royal Commission of Inquiry findings concerning Lembaga Tabung Haji.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has declared that Barisan Nasional and Umno will enforce strict accountability for those involved in mismanaging Tabung Haji, signalling the coalition's commitment to tackling the pilgrimage fund controversy.
An Umno Supreme Council member has pushed back against attempts to link Barisan Nasional to Tabung Haji's difficulties, arguing the Royal Commission of Inquiry's conclusions should not be weaponised for political purposes.
Malaysia's Tabung Haji has successfully stabilized its finances after a RM12.6 billion investment loss crisis, according to a newly declassified Royal Commission report. However, authorities warn that deeper structural reforms in governance and risk management are essential.
Malaysia's Islamic Youth Movement has urged the government to restrict ministerial powers over Tabung Haji and strengthen institutional oversight to prevent future governance failures at the pilgrimage fund manager.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained five suspects as police and tax authorities accelerate investigations into allegations of mismanagement at Lembaga Tabung Haji, following the release of a damning Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency, police, and tax authority have accelerated investigations into Tabung Haji following a Royal Commission of Inquiry report detailing alleged financial misconduct at the pilgrimage fund.
Malaysian authorities face mounting pressure to investigate potential tax evasion allegations against Tabung Haji and its subsidiaries, with scrutiny intensifying following damaging findings from a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the troubled pilgrimage fund.
Sultan Ibrahim has instructed authorities to conduct an exhaustive investigation into Tabung Haji's governance issues, insisting that culprits must be held accountable through the legal system.
King Sultan Ibrahim has declared that no individual implicated in wrongdoing at Lembaga Tabung Haji or Felda should evade accountability, signalling the monarchy's commitment to institutional integrity.
Barisan Nasional is positioning the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry findings as a political asset ahead of the Melaka state election, according to a coalition component party leader.
Malaysia's MADANI coalition has called for the Royal Commission of Inquiry investigation into Tabung Haji management to proceed without political interference, urging authorities to bring any wrongdoers to court.
Tabung Haji has pledged to examine proposals from Islamic NGOs demanding stronger governance reforms and transparent legal action. The institution says it has completed over 75% of Royal Commission recommendations affecting 9.8 million depositors.
The MACC has finished recording a four-day statement from a former chief financial officer at a statutory body regarding allegations of abuse of power in a RM370 million share purchase involving two plantation companies.
The Inland Revenue Board has initiated tax investigations into individuals named in the Tabung Haji RCI report, following findings of mismatches between declared income and asset holdings during 2014–2020.
Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican has pushed back against criticism of Barisan Nasional and Umno over Tabung Haji's operational difficulties, arguing political parties should not be held accountable for the fund's institutional challenges.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has questioned a former chief financial officer for the third consecutive day regarding a RM370 million share transaction that emerged from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Barisan Nasional and UMNO will not accept breaches of trust or mismanagement at Tabung Haji, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid declared, as Parliament prepares to debate a damning Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has declared that BN and Umno will not shield anyone from accountability if the Tabung Haji RCI investigation reveals misconduct, criminal breaches of trust, or poor governance practices.
Former Tabung Haji chairman Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim has rejected Bersatu's call for him to disclose whether the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission contacted him over the Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog conducted an intensive six-hour interrogation of a former Tabung Haji finance chief over a controversial RM370 million plantation share purchase, as part of a broader investigation into alleged abuse of power.
Bukit Aman has initiated five separate investigation papers into commercial crime allegations uncovered by the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji's financial affairs, marking a significant escalation in scrutiny of the Islamic pilgrimage fund's operations.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has spent a second day questioning a former chief financial officer of a statutory body company regarding findings from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, with the CEO absent due to health concerns.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission continues interrogating a former chief financial officer of a Tabung Haji-affiliated company regarding a RM370 million share acquisition in two plantation firms allegedly involving abuse of power.
Between 35 and 40 Members of Parliament have indicated their willingness to participate in a special Dewan Rakyat sitting scheduled for August 11 to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji.
Bersatu has pressed former Tabung Haji chairman Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim to publicly disclose whether the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has contacted him following damaging Royal Commission of Inquiry findings into the pilgrimage fund.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested three additional people during its investigation into Tabung Haji following a Royal Commission of Inquiry, with allegations involving approximately RM450,000 in Notice of Penalty charges.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested the former chief executive and chief financial officer of Tabung Haji in connection with a Royal Commission of Inquiry. Both men are suspected of misusing their positions during share purchases valued at RM370 million.
Authorities have arrested a design firm director as part of investigations into the Tabung Haji scandal. He is suspected of funding expensive home renovations totalling RM300,000, allegedly as bribes to officials.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained a former estate manager from a Klang Valley rubber sapling supplier as part of an ongoing investigation into an RM8 million contract linked to a Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Authorities have detained a business executive pending investigation into claims he offered RM300,000 worth of home renovation work to a former Tabung Haji official to facilitate contract awards.
The MACC has arrested a company director for allegedly bribing a former Tabung Haji chief operating officer with RM300,000 in renovation works to secure contracts.
Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan will present the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings on Tabung Haji to parliament next week in a special sitting, marking a significant step in the investigation into the pilgrimage fund's affairs.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji has been published in its entirety without any edits or censorship, marking a significant transparency move in the controversy-ridden pilgrimage fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has challenged Tabung Haji's 13-month bonus payout as a violation of fiduciary responsibilities, following the Royal Commission of Inquiry's critical examination of the pilgrimage fund's governance practices.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that individuals responsible for losses and misconduct at Lembaga Tabung Haji will not escape accountability, pledging investigations and prosecution where evidence permits.
Tabung Haji faced a severe financial crisis driven by widening gaps between assets and liabilities, prompting a comprehensive recovery programme and a Royal Commission of Inquiry into institutional mismanagement between 2014 and 2020.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Ministry is conducting stakeholder consultations on proposed amendments to the Tabung Haji Act 1995, following recommendations from a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the pilgrimage fund's management.
An anti-corruption group has called for a prohibition on political appointments at Tabung Haji following the Royal Commission of Inquiry report, citing political considerations as a major driver of the pilgrimage fund's financial crisis.
Eight officers from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission have descended on Tabung Haji's central office in Kuala Lumpur to scrutinise financial records and administrative documents as part of an anti-corruption investigation into the pilgrimage fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that the full Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji has been released without redactions, addressing concerns about transparency in the investigation of the pilgrimage fund.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has requested an extension of at least two days for the special Dewan Rakyat sitting discussing the Tabung Haji RCI report, enabling broader parliamentary debate.
Former Prime Minister Najib Razak has questioned what he views as inconsistent public scrutiny of the National Audit Department's findings regarding Tabung Haji, suggesting selective judgment undermines institutional credibility.
Former Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Seri Dr Mujahid Yusof Rawa has claimed that the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report exonerates him of allegations levelled against him during his time in office.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced that the cabinet has approved an expansion of the Tabung Haji RCI to include the Pakatan Harapan and Perikatan Nasional periods, broadening the investigation's temporal reach.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has mobilised a dedicated investigation team to examine the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, with officers now examining documents and identifying individuals for questioning.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has initiated a formal investigation into Tabung Haji following a Royal Commission of Inquiry, deploying eight officers to examine documents and evidence as part of efforts to address governance concerns at the Islamic pilgrimage fund manager.
Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has begun investigating Tabung Haji following a Royal Commission of Inquiry report, with MACC teams now stationed at the pilgrim fund's headquarters.
Tabung Haji has successfully resolved RM12.6 billion in investment losses through a government-backed recovery plan initiated in 2018, with profit distributions improving to 3.50 per cent for 2025 from 1.25 per cent in the bailout year.
PKR secretary-general Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh has called for investigation and potential legal proceedings against individuals responsible for Tabung Haji losses uncovered in the Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged an end to delays and cover-ups surrounding the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, signalling the government's resolve to bring accountability to the pilgrimage fund scandal.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended the government's decision to publicly release the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, framing it as a matter of institutional trust and transparency rather than political strategy.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has attributed Tabung Haji's near-collapse to greed, poor governance, and financial mismanagement, signalling the government's determination to overhaul the pilgrim fund's operations.
ABIM president Ahmad Fahmi Mohd Samsudin has called for comprehensive reforms at Tabung Haji, urging authorities to act on Royal Commission findings and implement recommendations to restore depositor confidence.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended the release of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report as a matter of trust and responsibility, not partisan politics, emphasising the need to protect millions of Muslim depositors.
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PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar has defended the government's release of the Tabung Haji RCI report, arguing that transparency matters more than timing ahead of the Negeri Sembilan state election.
The Malaysian government released the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji management following unanimous Cabinet approval, not as an election tactic, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil stated.
Malaysia's Attorney General's Chambers will conduct an immediate review of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji's operations, examining whether findings warrant criminal prosecution of individuals involved in the pilgrimage fund's management.
Malaysia's anti-corruption authority has formed a dedicated task force to examine the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, looking into potential corruption, fraud and money laundering spanning 2014-2020.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has established a dedicated task force to scrutinise the Royal Commission of Inquiry's report on Tabung Haji, the Islamic pilgrimage savings fund, following the document's public disclosure.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that Parliament will hold a special sitting on August 11 to discuss the findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji's operations and governance.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared Lembaga Tabung Haji fully restored after identifying and addressing serious governance issues from previous years, as the Cabinet released the complete Royal Commission of Inquiry report.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry has recommended elevating the Haj Affairs Committee to statutory status under the Tabung Haji Act 1995, with defined duties in overseeing pilgrimage management and pilgrim welfare.
Pakatan Harapan has called for immediate action following the release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji, demanding comprehensive investigations and legal accountability for any misconduct affecting the pilgrim fund's nine million depositors.
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The Tabung Haji financial crisis must not become a tool for partisan attacks but a catalyst for strengthening institutional governance nationwide. The RM11bil gap reveals how sacred trusts can be betrayed without robust checks and balances.
The Malaysian government will expedite implementation of the outstanding 25 per cent of Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendations for Tabung Haji, with Minister Zulkifli Hasan indicating openness to governance restructuring proposals.
A Royal Commission of Inquiry has cautioned that Malaysia's RM88 billion government guarantee backing Tabung Haji depositors will only be drawn upon if the pilgrimage board's recovery plan stumbles, potentially threatening national fiscal stability.
Bersatu Youth has pressed the MACC and police to act decisively against those responsible for alleged mismanagement at Lembaga Tabung Haji under the previous Barisan Nasional administration.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the declassification of the Tabung Haji RCI report following sustained public pressure, while issuing a carefully-worded caution against political challenges.
Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri has publicly urged the government to disclose the findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji, asserting that Umno maintains transparency on the matter.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has disclosed that the cabinet is considering an expanded scope for the Royal Commission of Inquiry examining Tabung Haji, aiming to assess implementation of rehabilitation recommendations.
A Royal Commission of Inquiry has determined that Tabung Haji should have declared a RM1.4 billion net loss in 2017 instead of reporting a RM3.4 billion profit, exposing serious accounting irregularities at the pilgrimage fund manager.
Malaysia's Department of Islamic Development has published a comprehensive 211-page Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji's management spanning 2014 to 2020, led by a panel of prominent figures including former Chief Justice Tun Md Raus Sharif.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji has determined the Islamic pilgrimage fund improperly declared RM2.75 billion in combined hibah distributions for 2017, contributing to its financial crisis.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji has urged authorities to act swiftly on four police reports lodged between 2018 and 2019 concerning management misconduct, land deals, and alleged profit distribution breaches.
A Royal Commission of Inquiry has revealed systemic governance weaknesses and political interference in Tabung Haji's operations from 2014 to 2020, with decisions on profit distribution and haj charges driven by partisan considerations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged that anyone found culpable in the Tabung Haji scandal will face legal consequences, contingent on the inquiry report producing sufficient evidence to support criminal charges.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji has recommended forensic audits of 14 investments that caused significant asset losses, while warning that UJSB sukuk risks pose systemic dangers to the nation's financial system.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for a special Parliament sitting to examine the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji. The session requires approval from the Dewan Rakyat speaker and aims to allow comprehensive debate on governance issues.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved extending the Tabung Haji RCI report review from 2014 to 2022 to assess recovery measures under new management. The declassified report will be tabled in Parliament for debate.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that the release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji is intended to chart a path forward rather than assign responsibility for historical failings at the pilgrimage fund.
Tabung Haji is systematically adopting Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendations to strengthen institutional governance and protect depositors' interests, with the Cabinet declassifying the comprehensive reform report.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved the public release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji's financial troubles, capping years of crisis management that saw the government inject RM19.6 billion to stabilise the pilgrims' fund.
The Malaysian government plans to convene a special parliamentary sitting in the coming weeks to enable MPs to debate the declassified Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, with 75% of recommendations already implemented.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged that no one will escape accountability for alleged misconduct and financial losses at Lembaga Tabung Haji, emphasizing that prosecution will follow if sufficient evidence emerges.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has directed his law minister to arrange a special parliamentary session to discuss findings from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, underlining the government's commitment to transparency.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed the release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji today, concluding a lengthy investigation into Malaysia's pilgrimage fund management.
Malaysia's Cabinet has authorized the public release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, covering 2014 to 2020. The report will be debated in Parliament, with Tabung Haji having implemented 75 per cent of 25 recommended improvements.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that any legal action arising from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry must strictly comply with due process, regardless of whether findings are made public.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the Cabinet will deliberate this Wednesday on whether to make the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report public, following months of speculation over the findings.
BN chairman Zahid Hamidi has cautioned political actors against weaponising the Tabung Haji Royal Commission report, calling instead for constructive approaches to address systemic issues ahead of the Negeri Sembilan state election.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi has downplayed the potential electoral impact of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, insisting it will not sway voter behaviour in Negri Sembilan's August 1 state election.
Academic experts and public figures are pressing the government to promptly release the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, citing the need to safeguard depositors' interests and restore confidence in the Islamic pilgrimage savings institution.
Barisan Nasional has signalled its acceptance of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report being presented to Parliament or disclosed publicly, should the Cabinet greenlight the move.
Amanah vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Mujahid Yusof Rawa has urged the government to release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, saying transparency will settle years of controversy surrounding the institution's management.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated that no individual stands above the law, signalling imminent Cabinet approval for the release of the Tabung Haji royal commission of inquiry report, marking another step in the government's transparency agenda.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled Cabinet approval is forthcoming for the release of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, citing completion of internal reforms and a new management team.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has explained that the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji was withheld three years ago to prevent public panic and preserve confidence in the pilgrims' fund. The report will now be released.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has disclosed that the government delayed releasing the Tabung Haji RCI report for three years due to concerns that premature disclosure could have eroded public confidence and destabilized the pilgrim fund institution.
Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim, the Finance Minister's political secretary, has stressed that the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji should mark an end to institutional mismanagement and the beginning of a more transparent, integrity-driven organisation serving Muslim interests.
Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has insisted that no individual should be protected from consequences if the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry uncovers evidence of misconduct, corruption or abuse of authority.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim indicates the government may release the Royal Commission of Inquiry's final report on Tabung Haji's collapse, signalling potential transparency on institutional failures affecting millions of Muslim pilgrims.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has called for the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji to be made public, citing transparency principles. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim indicated the findings would be released within days.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated the government will shortly release the final Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji, pending consultation with the Chief Secretary.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has signalled that the long-awaited Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji management may be released as soon as today, or no later than Wednesday, contingent on Cabinet clearance procedures.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister says the Cabinet will deliberate on releasing the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji, dismissing claims that a former Treasury official sold the pilgrimage fund's strategic assets.
Tabung Haji will continue allocating Haj spots on a first-registered, first-served basis without creating special categories, ensuring equitable access for all depositors awaiting their turn.