Political Scandal

As Scandal Mounts, Largesse Keeps Malaysia’s PM In Power

By Nile Bowie Malaysia’s prime minister, Najib Razak – a British-educated technocrat with a reputation for opulence – is at the center of an unprecedented scandal. A sovereign wealth fund established to develop lucrative industries and boost economic growth in Malaysia, the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), has incurred more than $11 billion in debts and is … Continue reading →