Anwar Ibrahim's Federal Court Referral: No Immunity Sought, AGC Clarifies

Malaysia's Attorney General clarifies that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's referral of constitutional questions to the Federal Court is not about personal immunity but about clarifying the court's jurisdiction. The AGC statement, released on Saturday, detailed eight questions focusing on structural aspects of the law, specifically concerning Article 128(2) of the Federal Constitution and Section 84 of the Courts of Judicature Act 1964. This action follows Anwar's filing on Tuesday. The AGC statement emphasizes that any decisions will fall under the Federal Court's purview, not personal immunity. The Prime Minister's move aims to resolve ambiguity surrounding his potential immunity from civil lawsuits, ensuring he can continue his executive duties without impediment. The AGC further stated that they will assess any requests for intervention based on legal merit and public interest, rejecting politically motivated requests.