Kuala Lumpur — Malaysian Prime Minister Tengku Zafrul has stated that the absence of the Prime Minister from today’s Special Dewan Rakyat session on the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report regarding Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) should not be used as a reason to avoid participating in the debate. The session focused on issues related to the interests and savings of Muslims, according to the news source.
The TH, which manages the savings of Muslim pilgrims, has seen its assets grow to RM98.58 billion, according to a recent report. This highlights the importance of the ongoing inquiry into the organization’s operations. Meanwhile, former Deputy Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin has called for a forensic audit of TH to be completed within a year, emphasizing the need for a thorough and continuous review of the institution’s activities.
The debate on the RCI report has sparked discussions about transparency and accountability within TH. Some lawmakers have expressed concerns over the lack of public oversight, while others have called for stricter regulations. The government has yet to provide a detailed response to the findings of the inquiry.
The situation underscores the growing public interest in the management of Muslim savings and the need for greater accountability in financial institutions. As the audit process moves forward, further details are expected to emerge.
