AGC Rejects Mahathir's Claims: Anwar Ibrahim's Pardon Was Lawful

Attorney General's Chambers Rejects Claims of Unlawful Pardon for Anwar Ibrahim Malaysia's Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) has firmly rejected claims made by former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad that the pardon granted to current Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was illegitimate. The AGC issued a statement clarifying that the pardon was granted in accordance with established legal procedures following a meeting of the Pardons Board. "The meeting of the Pardons Board was held on Wednesday, May 16th, 2018, at 11:00 AM in the Istana Negara, Kuala Lumpur," stated an AGC spokesperson. The statement further emphasized that the Attorney General at the time provided written legal advice to the board, ensuring compliance with Article 42 of the Federal Constitution. Dr. Mahathir's assertion that the pardon was unlawful has sparked considerable debate in Malaysia. The AGC's statement aims to quell these concerns and reaffirm the legitimacy of the pardon. The video accompanying this news report shows the official AGC press release and news coverage of the event. The AGC also stated that any claims to the contrary are baseless and potentially damaging to the integrity of the pardon process. The detailed explanation from the AGC provides clarity on a matter of significant public interest, underscoring the importance of transparent and lawful processes in the Malaysian political system.