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Najib Razak's Future Hangs on Upcoming Court Rulings

12/18/2025

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Najib Razak, the former Malaysian prime minister, faces two court rulings this week that could shape his future.
On December 22, the court will decide if he can serve his remaining prison term under house arrest.
On December 26, a verdict will be delivered on charges of abuse of power and money laundering.
A favorable outcome could enable him to return to politics.
A guilty verdict would hinder his ambitions.

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Najib Razak, the former Malaysian prime minister, faces two court rulings this week that could shape his future.
On December 22, the court will decide if he can serve his remaining prison term under house arrest.
On December 26, a verdict will be delivered on charges of abuse of power and money laundering.
A favorable outcome could enable him to return to politics.
A guilty verdict would hinder his ambitions.