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Nazri took CJ's statement out of context, says Bar

Nazri took CJ's statement out of context, says Bar

Malaysian Bar says ex-minister sensationalised the issue.
Nazri pans outgoing CJ for suggesting political interference in judiciary

Nazri pans outgoing CJ for suggesting political interference in judiciary

Former Umno leader reminds Tengku Maimun she was appointed under same system.
COMMENT | Impartiality in picking judges enhances judiciary

COMMENT | Impartiality in picking judges enhances judiciary

There is perception that govt involvement would emasculate institution's true independence.
Bar seeks to appear in legal challenge against JAC Act

Bar seeks to appear in legal challenge against JAC Act

Body preparing proposed amendments to law as part of engagement with govt.
Abang Iskandar poised to be first Sarawakian CJ, says report

Abang Iskandar poised to be first Sarawakian CJ, says report

Terrirudin expected to be Court of Appeal president.
COMMENT | VIPs' DNAA not about issue of numbers

COMMENT | VIPs' DNAA not about issue of numbers

It's about the manner in which it was granted.
COMMENT | Are we seeing dilution of prosecutorial system in M'sia?

COMMENT | Are we seeing dilution of prosecutorial system in M'sia?

Let's look at 3 devices said to be disrupting enforcement of the law.
COMMENT | CJ, ex-Bar chiefs hint judiciary under siege again

COMMENT | CJ, ex-Bar chiefs hint judiciary under siege again

Recent statements by the legal fraternity are concerning.
COMMENT | Debunking manipulation of chief justice's speech

COMMENT | Debunking manipulation of chief justice's speech

Deceptive strategy to cultivate distorted view of govt.
Table motion to extend CJ's tenure, Zaid tells opposition leader

Table motion to extend CJ's tenure, Zaid tells opposition leader

Former minister says govt can lengthen Tengku Maimun's tenure via contract.
Ex-Bar chiefs: Past 3 govts did better in upholding judicial independence

Ex-Bar chiefs: Past 3 govts did better in upholding judicial independence

9 former Bar presidents point out that judiciary often first target of authoritarian govt.
Stop speculating on royal addendum, Azalina tells Umno members

Stop speculating on royal addendum, Azalina tells Umno members

Leave it to the judiciary, says minister.
COMMENT | As CJ departs, PM must ensure judicial independence

COMMENT | As CJ departs, PM must ensure judicial independence

Chief justice issues timely reminder on protecting judiciary’s integrity.
PM should recognise CJ's contribution, extend her tenure: Lawyer

PM should recognise CJ's contribution, extend her tenure: Lawyer

'Tengku Maimun is the best since lord president, Mohamed Salleh Abas in 1988.'
Vilified as un-Islamic, CJ reminds critics of Allah's judgment

Vilified as un-Islamic, CJ reminds critics of Allah's judgment

Tengku Maimun tells naysayers to reflect if they are qualified to question others' faith.
CJ confident PM will uphold judicial independence, refers to past remarks

CJ confident PM will uphold judicial independence, refers to past remarks

UPDATED 3.31PM | Tengku Maimun points out Anwar’s comment on judicial independence in 2009.
Judge fairly even if faced by executive request: CJ

Judge fairly even if faced by executive request: CJ

UPDATED 2.59PM | Tengku Maimun advises judges on dealing with demands by 'influential parties'.
From 2018 to 2022, Anwar gave no indication of 'flawed prosecution'

From 2018 to 2022, Anwar gave no indication of 'flawed prosecution'

In Najib's case, Anwar even hailed it as an example of the people's power.
COMMENT | Govt must amend JAC Act to protect judicial independence

COMMENT | Govt must amend JAC Act to protect judicial independence

System seems to allow executive to encroach on judicial branch.
Ambiga warns of another judicial crisis

Ambiga warns of another judicial crisis

UPDATED 11.31PM | Veteran lawyer-activist notes red flags that remind her of the past.
Remove PM's power to appoint judges, expert says

Remove PM's power to appoint judges, expert says

UPDATED 10.49PM | 'It turns JAC's selection process into a waste of time and resources.'
PM: Judicial independence must prevail

PM: Judicial independence must prevail

The courts must be able to uphold justice without fear or favour, says Anwar.
CJ calls for ethical conduct in legal fraternity to safeguard justice system

CJ calls for ethical conduct in legal fraternity to safeguard justice system

Tangku Maimun says advocacy is crucial in achieving justice in grey areas.
LETTER | Promote top judges from within judiciary, not from AGC

LETTER | Promote top judges from within judiciary, not from AGC

Speculation Terrirudin would be appointed to a top judge position is concerning.