KUALA LUMPUR, February 10 – PKR’s information chief, Fahmi Fadzil, responded to mounting criticism aimed at the party for its perceived silence following the recent decision by the Pardons Board to reduce the sentence of former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak. Fahmi acknowledged the concerns but reiterated PKR’s commitment to its principles and discipline during a news conference held after a Cabinet meeting. This statement underscores the party’s determination to uphold its values in the face of external scrutiny.
The decision to halve Najib’s prison sentence and reduce his fine was reached during a meeting chaired by the former Yang di-Pertuan Agong. A statement issued by the Legal Affairs Division of the Prime Minister’s Department clarified the process and participants involved in the decision-making. Additionally, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s acknowledgment of intervening to expedite Najib’s hearing sheds light on the political dynamics surrounding the case. Fahmi’s remarks reflect PKR’s recognition of public concerns while emphasizing the party’s adherence to its internal principles amidst ongoing developments.
