The special parliamentary session on the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report regarding Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) continued as planned, despite calls for postponement and protests from opposition lawmakers. The session took place in Kuala Lumpur, with the prime minister’s absence sparking concerns among some members. Opposition lawmakers voiced their dissatisfaction, shouting slogans such as “sakau” and “tangguh,” but the session proceeded without interruption (nst.com.my).
Anwar Ibrahim, a prominent opposition leader, apologized for not being able to attend the special session, citing personal reasons. His absence was noted by media and observers, adding to the atmosphere of uncertainty surrounding the proceedings. The RCI report, which was released last week, has raised questions about the management of TH and its impact on depositors. The report is seen as a significant step in addressing long-standing concerns among the public and TH’s beneficiaries (utusan.com.my).
The RCI’s findings have sparked renewed debate on the transparency and accountability of TH, a state-run institution that manages the savings of Malaysian pilgrims. Critics argue that the report highlights systemic issues that have led to distrust among depositors. Meanwhile, the government has emphasized the importance of proceeding with the parliamentary session to ensure clarity and address the concerns raised by the commission (kosmo.com.my).
