1MDB has never offered business loans nor has it ever authorised any party to collect payment or charge fees for processing any application relating to the company.

In a statement, the company said it has been informed that certain individuals were posing as 1MDB officials to offer business loans and collect processing fees.

A police report has been lodged on this matter, said 1MDB.

"We request anyone who has been approached in relation to this matter to immediately lodge a police report," it added.

- Bernama