Bede Hong

Bede is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Thursday, 17 Oct 2019 06:13 PM

Najib was ‘emperor’ of 1MDB, says witness

Former PM was ‘ultimate power’ in company, according to Shahrol Azral Ibrahim Halmi.

Najib was ‘emperor’ of 1MDB, says witness

Thursday, 17 Oct 2019 03:20 PM

LIVE: Ex-1MDB CEO to be cross-examined over PetroSaudi JV

Shahrol Azral Ibrahim Halmi will be on the stand for the 7th consecutive day.

LIVE: Ex-1MDB CEO to be cross-examined over PetroSaudi JV

Thursday, 17 Oct 2019 01:06 PM

Jho Low changed 1MDB constitution to give Najib ‘absolute power’, court hears

Accused wanted amendment to make his authority over sovereign wealth fund 'unambigious', says witness.

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Jho Low changed 1MDB constitution to give Najib ‘absolute power’, court hears

Wednesday, 16 Oct 2019 06:01 PM

Jho Low’s man assured me offshore entity was legitimate, says ex-1MDB chief

Witness tells court he relied on business development executive director Casey Tang to see through joint venture deal with PetroSaudi.

Jho Low’s man assured me offshore entity was legitimate, says ex-1MDB chief

Wednesday, 16 Oct 2019 04:00 PM

LIVE: 1MDB-PetroSaudi JV born out of Najib-King Abdullah 'personal relationship', court hears

Former 1MDB chief executive remains on the stand for cross-examination.

LIVE: 1MDB-PetroSaudi JV born out of Najib-King Abdullah 'personal relationship', court hears


Wednesday, 16 Oct 2019 01:45 PM

Najib’s relationship with Saudi king led to 1MDB-PetroSaudi JV, court hears

Ex-1MDB chief grilled over US$2.5 billion joint venture in which state fund was to inject US$1 billion for a 40% stake.

Najib’s relationship with Saudi king led to 1MDB-PetroSaudi JV, court hears

Tuesday, 15 Oct 2019 03:00 PM

Najib no show in court, in Parliament instead

His lawyer cites the example of late DAP lawmaker Karpal Singh who was allowed to attend parliamentary sessions in the midst of a trial.

Najib no show in court, in Parliament instead

Tuesday, 15 Oct 2019 02:53 PM

LIVE: Najib not in court, 1MDB trial picks up tomorrow

Former PM's speaking slot in Dewan Rakyat has been pushed back.

LIVE: Najib not in court, 1MDB trial picks up tomorrow

Tuesday, 15 Oct 2019 01:36 PM

Cooking gas subsidy leakages cost taxpayers RM1.7 billion

Problems sprang from payment system, enforcement, monitoring and subsidies to ineligible people, says Auditor-General's Report.

Cooking gas subsidy leakages cost taxpayers RM1.7 billion

Monday, 14 Oct 2019 06:30 PM

Ex-1MDB CEO denies conspiring with Jho Low to prevent govt audit

The defence is suggesting that Shahrol Azral Ibrahim Halmi prevented the audit with Low Taek Jho to hide financial irregularities.

Ex-1MDB CEO denies conspiring with Jho Low to prevent govt audit

Monday, 14 Oct 2019 03:10 PM

LIVE: Defence raises doubt over testimony due to lack of supporting evidence

Former 1MDB CEO Shahrol Azral Ibrahim Halmi is being cross-examined over his statement.

LIVE: Defence raises doubt over testimony due to lack of supporting evidence

Monday, 14 Oct 2019 10:00 AM

Najib’s 1MDB trial to begin in afternoon

Senior deputy public prosecutor Gopal Sri Ram has a case in Federal Court this morning.

Najib’s 1MDB trial to begin in afternoon

Sunday, 13 Oct 2019 11:00 AM

1MDB trial recap: Jho Low kept low profile to protect Najib

Former CEO testifies that fugitive financier served as conduit to ex-PM.

1MDB trial recap: Jho Low kept low profile to protect Najib

Saturday, 12 Oct 2019 01:00 PM

Tax regime shows Putrajaya mindful of slowing economy

No surprises in Budget 2020, focus on job creation, strengthening M40 and B40 groups, say experts.

Tax regime shows Putrajaya mindful of slowing economy

Friday, 11 Oct 2019 01:15 PM

Set up media council, urges Khairy

Move could ensure press freedom, says former youth and sports minister.

Set up media council, urges Khairy