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Syed Saddiq: Federal Court ruling a victory for justice
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Syed Saddiq: Federal Court ruling a victory for justice

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman expressed gratitude following the Federal Court's decision regarding his appeal.
  • He stated that the ruling is a victory for justice and the country's judicial institutions.
  • Syed Saddiq emphasized his unwavering belief in the truth and the independence of the judiciary throughout his six-year legal battle.

Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman expressed his gratitude, stating that justice was on his side following the Federal Court's decision on the prosecution's appeal. He described the outcome as a victory for justice and the nation's judicial institutions.

Before being brought to court, I never bowed, never feared, did not use force, and never asked for special treatment because I knew I was on the right side.

โ€” Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul RahmanThe MP described his stance during the six-year legal process.

Throughout the six-year legal process, Syed Saddiq asserted that he never wavered or sought special treatment, maintaining his conviction that he was on the right side. "Before being brought to court, I never bowed, never feared, did not use force, and never asked for special treatment because I knew I was on the right side," he told reporters.

I did not commit any wrongdoing, and I adhered to principles and courage because that is what is right.

โ€” Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul RahmanThe MP explained his actions and motivations during his legal battle.

He added, "I did not commit any wrongdoing, and I adhered to principles and courage because that is what is right." Syed Saddiq noted that the six-year period had impacted not only him but also his parents, family, friends, and political allies. The Federal Court's decision, he said, reinforced his faith in the independence of the judiciary as the last bastion for citizens seeking justice.

I hope after this decision, I can continue to defend the country's justice institutions, the independence of the judiciary, and the institutions that make Malaysia a great nation.

โ€” Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul RahmanThe MP expressed his commitment to upholding judicial integrity.

"I hope after this decision, I can continue to defend the country's justice institutions, the independence of the judiciary, and the institutions that make Malaysia a great nation," he stated. Syed Saddiq stressed that his fight was not just about clearing his name but also about ensuring no one else endures a similar experience due to political differences. "I hope no one else, including my political enemies, has to go through what I went through. Ultimately, even though we have different political views, we are all Malaysians who want to see this country progress," he said.

I hope no one else, including my political enemies, has to go through what I went through. Ultimately, even though we have different political views, we are all Malaysians who want to see this country progress.

โ€” Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul RahmanThe MP conveyed a message of unity and hope for the future.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.