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Charges Dropped: Ahmad Zahid Hamidi Cleared of Graft

1/8/2026

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  • On January 8, Malaysia's Attorney-General's Chambers announced the closure of graft charges against Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi due to insufficient evidence.
  • The decision clears Ahmad Zahid Hamidi of 47 charges related to his charitable foundation.
  • The ruling is expected to strengthen ties between United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition as UMNO reconvenes for its annual general assembly, January 14–17.