Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak Sentenced to 15 Years & RM11.4 Billion Fine Over 1MDB Scandal
29/12/2025
Verdict:
- Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, 72, received a 15-year prison sentence and was fined RM11.4 billion (≈ $2.8 billion/£2 billion) following his conviction on four counts of abuse of power and 21 counts of money laundering related to the 1MDB scandal. [dw.com], [thestar.com.my]
Case Details:
- The High Court found that over USD 700 million from the 1MDB sovereign wealth fund was illicitly transferred into Najib’s personal accounts. [uk.news.yahoo.com], [gulfnews.com]
- Sentences for abuse of power (15 years each) and money laundering (5 years each) are to run concurrently, totalling 15 years. [uk.news.yahoo.com], [dw.com]
- The RM11.4 billion fine covers abuse of power charges.
- Additionally, RM2.08 billion in assets will be recovered under money laundering laws. [uk.news.yahoo.com], [thestar.com.my]
- The fine, if unpaid, may result in further imprisonment; Najib’s legal team plans to appeal. [uk.news.yahoo.com], [gulfnews.com]
Global Impact:
- The 1MDB scandal, termed “kleptocracy at its worst” by the US Attorney General, has triggered multiple international investigations and remains one of the most significant financial fraud cases in history. [theedgemalaysia.com], [github.com]
- This verdict follows earlier convictions from 2020 connected to 1MDB, reinforcing Najib’s downfall. His initial sentence for embezzlement remains in effect, with the new term to begin upon its completion. [dw.com], [thestar.com.my]
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