SUPP backs call by sultans for quick 1MDB probe

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Datuk Sebastian Ting

Datuk Sebastian Ting

MIRI: SUPP supports the decree issued by the Malay rulers after a pre-council meeting of Conference of Rulers that called for a speedy probe into the 1MDB saga and action taken against any wrongdoer.

Party secretary-general Datuk Sebastian Ting said SUPP leaders, including president Datuk Dr Sim Hui Kian, had consistently called for proper investigation into 1MDB and appropriate action to be taken against any wrongdoer without fear or favour.

“The people expect thorough, proper investigation and reports be made known without undue delay. This will be good for the country as a whole,” he said.

In a statement on Tuesday, the Malays rulers said they wanted the government to complete the probe into 1MDB as soon as possible and take “the appropriate stern action” against all found to be implicated.

The statement was released by the Keeper of the Rulers’ Seal, Datuk Seri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad, after the pre-council meeting of the Conference of Rulers at Istana Negara on Tuesday.

The 239th meeting of the Conference of Rulers is scheduled for yesterday and today.

In a statement, their royal highnesses stressed that all parties concerned should extend ‘real and sincere’ cooperation for the investigation to achieve its objectives. They also wanted the findings of the investigation to be reported comprehensively and in a transparent manner so the people would be convinced of the sincerity of the government which should not at all conceal facts and the truth.

“Whether basing on reality or perception, this is among the causes for the plunge in the value of the Malaysian Ringgit, impacting the country’s financial market and economic climate negatively and at the same time adversely affecting the world’s view of Malaysia,” the statement said.

The statement added that the Malay Rulers were worried that if the issue was not wisely handled, and was allowed to drag on, it could jeopardise the country’s economy and the livelihood of the people.

The statement further said enforcement agencies and regulatory institutions such as the police, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, Bank Negara, Attorney-General’s Chambers and the judiciary, as well as related government bodies, should be worthy of God’s trust and the people’s faith in transparency, credibility and integrity.

Taking seriously issues affecting race and religion, the Malays rulers reminded leaders of political parties and non-governmental organisations not to sensationalise racial and religious issues to garner support.

Their royal highnesses said the long-prevailing inter-racial and inter-religious harmony and solidarity had been the main pillar for the stability of an independent, peaceful, progressive and prosperous Malaysia.