The Political Fallout From Zahid's DNAA

Dr Syaza Shukri, Associate Professor of Political Science, IIUM

08-Sep-23 18:00

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Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) has sparked various responses and criticisms from across the political divide. We discuss the political fallout from this, and how it will affect the public's perception of the unity government.

Image: Shutterstock

Produced by: Wan Eizzul Islam, Lee Chwi Lynn

Presented by: Sharmilla Ganesan

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Categories: corruption, government, politics, controversies

Tags: zahid hamidi, yayasan akalbudi, high court, unity government, trial,

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