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Yet, the process has not been straightforward. Political opponents and opposition figures have accused the current administration of selective prosecution and political vendettas. Notable cases include the discharge of charges against Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi, despite prior allegations of bribery and money laundering involving funds of a charity, leading critics to question the judiciary's independence.
Similarly, controversial pardons—such as the reduction of Najib Razak’s prison sentence—raise doubts about political motivation overshadowing justice. Critics argue these moves undermine the perceived sincerity of the anti-corruption campaign and risk eroding the nation's rule of law.