Anwar Vows Malaysia Will Pursue Jho Low Despite Possible US Pardon for 250 People
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Updated · South China Morning Post · Jul 3
Anwar Vows Malaysia Will Pursue Jho Low Despite Possible US Pardon for 250 People
3 articles · Updated · South China Morning Post · Jul 3
Summary
Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia will keep pursuing Jho Low over the 1MDB scandal even if Donald Trump grants him a US pardon tied to America’s 250th Independence Day.
Trump is reportedly weighing clemency for about 250 people, and Low—who sought a pardon in May—could be included, potentially wiping out the criminal case against him in the United States.
Anwar said any pardon is "a decision for the US," signaling that Malaysian action would continue regardless of whether US charges are dropped.
Low is accused of using money stolen from 1MDB to fund a lavish lifestyle, including luxury homes, a superyacht, fine art and access to Hollywood celebrities.