Latest news and articles about corruption cases from NEX English
A suspended police officer appeared in court in Kelantan, facing charges of stealing from a woman in a store. The incident occurred in November 2025, and the accused denies the charges against him.
The High Court in Kuala Lumpur has scheduled April 28 to issue its ruling on Shamsuddin Iskandar's request to transfer five corruption charges from the lower court. This decision follows hearings from both Shamsuddin's attorney and the prosecutor.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has stated that he owes the truth to France as he seeks to appeal his conviction related to alleged campaign funding from Libya. These remarks come amid significant legal challenges he is currently facing.
Acting Attorney General Blanche affirmed that former President Donald Trump has the right to investigate his opponents, stating it is his duty. These comments come amid increasing political and legal pressures on Trump.
On April 6, 2023, Indonesia experienced a series of notable legal events, including former Vice President <strong>Jusuf Kalla</strong> filing a defamation report against an individual, and a corruption conviction leading to an eight-year prison sentence for a former <strong>Telkom</strong> official.
Asnida Daim, daughter of the late Malaysian Finance Minister Daim Zainuddin, faces corruption charges in Kuala Lumpur. Her lawyer confirmed that she will be prosecuted under Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Act.
An Indonesian court has sentenced August Hot Mersyion, the former director of the financial services sector at Telecom Indonesia, to 8 years in prison for corruption related to fictitious financing. The ruling follows evidence of his abuse of power for personal gain amounting to <strong>980 million rupiah</strong>.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced the firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi amid growing criticism regarding her handling of investigations related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. This decision comes as pressure mounts on Bondi for her slow response to critics of the administration.
Singaporean authorities have filed new charges against former lawyer <strong>Charles Yeo</strong>, who fled the country in 2022 while on bail. He was later apprehended in the UK in 2024, raising questions about his escape and the judicial system's effectiveness.
Amles Kristi Situbo has been acquitted by the Corruption Eradication Commission in Medan, Indonesia, marking a significant victory for the creative workforce. The court found insufficient evidence to convict him in a corruption case related to a village video project.
A court in Medan, Indonesia, acquitted Amel Sal Situb of corruption charges last Wednesday, April 1. The ruling followed lengthy hearings where multiple pieces of evidence and testimonies were presented.
A jury has failed to reach a final verdict in a corruption case involving two former executives of FirstEnergy, linked to an alleged bribery scheme exceeding <strong>$60 million</strong>. The case has sparked widespread debate over corporate practices in the United States.
O.K. Lim, the founder of Hin Leong, was hospitalized after being found confused in his office and struggling to breathe. This incident occurred just three days before he was set to begin serving a 13.5-year prison sentence for financial fraud.
New developments have emerged in the Mawlana case, with significant information regarding ongoing investigations being disclosed. These updates come at a critical time, raising questions about the legal and political dimensions of the case.
A 36-year-old employee of the Malaysian Farmers' Organization appeared in court facing charges of embezzling funds amounting to <strong>141872.67 Malaysian Ringgit</strong>. He pleaded not guilty to <strong>16 counts</strong> of fraud and abuse of position over a five-year period.
Recent reports have unveiled a scandal involving judicial corruption where bribes were allegedly paid to a judge to expedite a specific case. This incident raises serious questions about the integrity of the judicial system and the impact of corruption on justice.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces potential presidential pardon amid corruption allegations, as reported by Yedioth Ahronoth. This comes during a sensitive time in Israeli politics, raising questions about his future.