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The developments concern Malaysia’s government and political institutions; the reports identify no direct U.S. impact. Loke said a planned Malaysia-Singapore rail link would proceed on schedule even if he leaves the cabinet.
WORLD • MALAYSIA
Malaysia’s Najib Razak moves toward house arrest as minister vows to resign
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Reports say a Malaysian court allowed former prime minister Najib Razak to serve the rest of his sentence under house arrest after his party paid a fine tied to his pardon. The attorney general’s office reportedly sought clarification about the transfer, while Transport Minister Anthony Loke says he will resign when house arrest begins.
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