The Malaysian Money Scandal
- 9 years ago
A financial scandal of unprecedented scale is miring the political landscape in Malaysia and it could lead right to the top of the political power chain. Najib stands accused of receiving up to $700 million in a series of transfers to his personal accounts, the bulk of it allegedly transferred just prior to the 2013 election. Najib denies the allegations, saying they are the work of political opponents set on unseating him.
The sum of $700m is staggering by any calculation. Malaysians are no strangers to money politics but this time it's different. Toughened and made cynical by an escalating series of scandals involving financial mishandling, allegations of high-level corruption as well as a crack down on dissent, Malaysian society is now captivated by the unfolding drama. Social media is alive with truth, rumour, speculation, and sparks of dark humour.
The sum of $700m is staggering by any calculation. Malaysians are no strangers to money politics but this time it's different. Toughened and made cynical by an escalating series of scandals involving financial mishandling, allegations of high-level corruption as well as a crack down on dissent, Malaysian society is now captivated by the unfolding drama. Social media is alive with truth, rumour, speculation, and sparks of dark humour.