Bede Hong

Bede is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: hong@themalaysianinsight.com

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Najib was ‘emperor’ of 1MDB, says witness

Najib was ‘emperor’ of 1MDB, says witness

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Bede Hong5 years ago
LIVE: 1MDB-PetroSaudi JV born out of Najib-King Abdullah 'personal relationship', court hears

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.

Bede Hong5 years ago
Najib’s relationship with Saudi king led to 1MDB-PetroSaudi JV, court hears

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.

Bede Hong5 years ago
Najib no show in court, in Parliament instead

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.

Bede Hong5 years ago
LIVE: Najib not in court, 1MDB trial picks up tomorrow

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

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

Bede Hong5 years ago
Cooking gas subsidy leakages cost taxpayers RM1.7 billion

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.

Bede Hong5 years ago
Ex-1MDB CEO denies conspiring with Jho Low to prevent govt audit

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.

Bede Hong5 years ago
LIVE: Defence raises doubt over testimony due to lack of supporting evidence

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.

Bede Hong5 years ago
Najib’s 1MDB trial to begin in afternoon

Najib’s 1MDB trial to begin in afternoon

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

Bede Hong5 years ago
1MDB trial recap: Jho Low kept low profile to protect Najib

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

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

Bede Hong5 years ago
Tax regime shows Putrajaya mindful of slowing economy

Tax regime shows Putrajaya mindful of slowing economy

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

Bede Hong5 years ago
Set up media council, urges Khairy

Set up media council, urges Khairy

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