Royal Reversal: A Pardon Delay Exposes Malaysia's Deepening Divisions The timing of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak's pardon application has been contentious for months, with many questioning whether he would receive a royal reprieve after being convicted of corruption charges.
The king's initial decision to grant pardons to 65 other convicts while putting Najib's case on hold was a calculated move to avoid igniting further protests and demonstrations outside the palace gates.
The announcement raised more questions than answers about Malaysia's leadership and its willingness to confront corruption.