Malaysia Pardons Board postpones Najib clemency decision amid public backlash

Malaysia's Pardons Board has postponed deliberations on Najib Razak's pardon application following public outrage over the possibility of his release from a corruption conviction. The decision, chaired by King Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, was deferred after widespread protests. This marks a reversal from earlier signals that clemency might be granted, reflecting political sensitivity and public pressure.