King Orders Thorough Probe into Tabung Haji and Felda Scandals

Malaysia's King, Sultan Ibrahim, has commanded a meticulous and uncompromising investigation into the findings of Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) reports concerning Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) and Lembaga Kemajuan Tanah Persekutuan (Felda). The monarch stressed that the probe must be exhaustive, pursuing every lead to ensure accountability for any wrongdoing and to prevent similar issues from resurfacing.

"No one should escape action if they are truly found guilty. The important thing is that such matters cannot be repeated," His Majesty stated, emphasizing the need for strict adherence to justice and preventative measures. This directive was issued after Sultan Ibrahim received a briefing on the RCI reports regarding TH and current issues involving Felda from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at Istana Bukit Tunku.

The RCI report on TH for the period 2014-2020 previously exposed significant financial losses and the use of creative accounting methods to conceal actual net losses, alongside the appointment of politicians to the board. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had previously disclosed that the report indicated TH suffered a RM10 billion loss, prompting his order for a comprehensive investigation into potential abuses of power or breaches of regulations.

Furthermore, Anwar directed the Felda management to provide a full report on the proposed sale of a hotel owned by the agency. He revealed his reluctance to approve the sale after discovering the hotel was slated to be sold for 100 million British pounds (RM549 million), despite being purchased by the previous management for 160 million British pounds (RM879 million). This significant discrepancy has raised serious concerns about the proposed transaction.

“

Do not let anyone escape action if they are truly found guilty. The important thing is that such matters cannot be repeated.