((LIVE)) Dakwa Jadi Mangsa Fitnah Politik, Daim Risau Nasib Negara

MalaysiaGazette TV

28 Jan 202407:46

Summary

TLDRFormer finance minister Tun Daim posted bail of RM80,000 after pleading not guilty to failing to declare 70 assets and a bank account. The 87-year-old was charged under the MACC Act 2009 which carries a maximum 5 year jail term. Payments for the RM500 BSH cash handout to 8.2 million recipients starts today. Seven routes in KL will be fully closed and 13 partially shut for the King's farewell event tomorrow. A man pleaded not guilty to defaming the Melaka Governor, Mufti and Melaka Sentral chairman in a TikTok video in 2020. More developments will be covered in upcoming MG Flash reports.

Takeaways

😱 Former finance minister Tun Daim paid a bail of RM80,000 for failing to declare 70 assets and a bank account
😕 Tun Daim pleaded not guilty and claimed trial before Judge Azrawi in Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court
📜 Tun Daim was charged with intentionally providing a false written statement on oath
📃 The notice required Tun Daim to declare assets including shares, vehicles, companies and properties
🔨 Tun Daim was charged under Section 36(2) of the MACC Act 2009, punishable by 5 years jail and RM100,000 fine
💵 RM500 cash aid payments for BSH recipients begin today, benefitting 8.2 million registrants
🎉 Public can witness farewell event for King XVI Sultan Abdullah at Parliament and Dataran Merdeka tomorrow
🚧 Road closures in effect around Kuala Lumpur for the royal event from 6am onwards tomorrow
📱 Man pleads not guilty to defaming Melaka Governor, Mufti and Melaka Sentral chairman on TikTok video
🤐 The alleged defamatory statement was made and distributed via WhatsApp in November 2022

Q & A

What was Tun Daim charged with?
-Tun Daim was charged with intentionally providing a written statement under oath not complying with the terms of a notice dated December 13, 2023. The notice required him to declare 70 assets and a bank account, which he failed to do.
What punishment does Tun Daim face if found guilty?
-He faces up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine up to RM100,000 if found guilty.
What assets did Tun Daim allegedly fail to declare?
-The assets include a Bumiputera ASB trust account, 7 luxury vehicles, 38 companies and 25 properties in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Perak, Pahang and Kedah.
When will Tun Daim's case be mentioned again?
-The court set March 22nd for next mention of Tun Daim's case.
How much is being paid out in the STR 1 cash handout program?
-RM500 is being paid out to eligible recipients in the B40 income group (RM2,500 and below). Other income groups receive between RM100-RM300. Senior citizens and singles also receive payments.
What roads will be closed for the King's farewell event?
-Seven routes around Kuala Lumpur will be fully closed and 13 routes will have staggered closures. These include roads leading to Parliament, Istana Negara, and Dataran Merdeka.
What is Abdul Razak Osman accused of?
-He is accused of making defamatory statements against the Melaka Governor, the Melaka Mufti, and the Chairman of Melaka Sentral Sdn Bhd via a TikTok video.
What law is Abdul Razak charged under?
-He is charged under Section 500 of the Penal Code, which carries a penalty of up to 2 years imprisonment, a fine or both if convicted.
What was the bail amount requested for Abdul Razak?
-The prosecution proposed RM7,000 bail but this was reduced to RM3,500 by the court after appeals from his lawyer.
Where can I find more updates from Malaysia Gazette?
-More latest updates can be found on Malaysia Gazette's Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube platforms and website at www.malaysiagazet.com.

Outlines

00:00

😮 Tun Daim charged with failing to declare assets, pleads not guilty

Former finance minister Tun Daim Zainuddin, 85, was charged with intentionally failing to declare 70 assets and a bank account as required by a notice from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). He pleaded not guilty and claimed trial at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court. He was allowed bail of RM80,000 and the case has been set for mention on March 22.

05:02

🚧 Multiple roads in Kuala Lumpur to be closed for farewell event of King Abdullah

In preparation for the farewell event of the outgoing 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, multiple roads around Kuala Lumpur will be fully or partially closed. Police advised the public attending the event to follow traffic directions and not obstruct roads. Seven routes will be completely closed and 13 others closed in stages starting from 6am tomorrow.

😡 Man denies defaming Melaka Governor, Mufti and company chairman

A 53-year-old man pleaded not guilty to a defamatory statement charge against the Melaka Governor, Mufti and a company chairman made two years ago. He allegedly made the statement through a TikTok video that was circulated in a WhatsApp group. He faces up to two years in jail, a fine or both if convicted.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡menteri kewangan

Refers to Tun Daim Zainuddin, the former finance minister of Malaysia. He was charged with failing to declare 70 assets and a bank account. This is a key concept as it involves a high profile politician and allegations of corruption.

💡wang jaminan

Bail money of RM80,000 paid by Tun Daim. This suggests the case against him is serious enough to warrant a high bail amount.

💡harta

Assets. Tun Daim is accused of failing to declare ownership of various assets including cars, companies and properties. Non-declaration of assets is the main allegation against him.

💡seksyen 36(2)

The section under the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 under which Tun Daim is charged. It carries a maximum jail term of 5 years if found guilty.

💡pembayaran STR

Payment of the special aid (Bantuan Sara Hidup) to 8.2 million recipients. Mentions the different payment amounts based on household income levels. This is a key relief measure by the government.

💡acara lambaian

Farewell event for the outgoing King. Road closures and traffic arrangements are being made for the public to attend the event.

💡laluan

Routes or roads. Mentions the roads in Kuala Lumpur that will be fully or partially closed for the farewell event.

💡mufti

Religious leader. A man is accused of defaming the Governor, Mufti and Chairman of Melaka Sentral in a TikTok video.

💡pertuduhan

Allegation or charge. Appears frequently as different people face charges for corruption, asset declaration failure and defamation.

💡kesalahan

Offence. If found guilty of the offences, the accused face fines, imprisonment or both as punishment.

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