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Malaysian parliamentarians are pushing back against what they view as executive overreach, demanding the legislature play a substantive role in vetting future public prosecutors rather than serving as a ceremonial body.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has endorsed the appointment of retired Federal Court judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan as chairman of the Malaysian Media Council, citing her judicial credentials and integrity as crucial to rebuilding institutional confidence.
Malaysia's Chief Justice has stressed that public trust in the judiciary is earned through integrity and accountability, not inherited. Speaking at the inaugural Tun Zaki Azmi Lecture, he called on institutional leaders to prioritise stewardship and strengthen courts for future generations.
A Federal Court judge has warned that Malaysia's evidence law must evolve to handle the complexities of the digital era, citing the judiciary's growing struggle with electronic communications and forensic evidence.
Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has backed former Federal Court judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan to lead the Malaysian Media Council, citing her strong judicial track record on press freedom and constitutional rights.