KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 — The Sessions Court has ordered a joint trial for former prime minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin over charges of abusing his position and money laundering.
Judge Azura Alwi made the decision after considering the prosecution’s request for a joint trial, stating, “The joint trial is allowed in the interest of justice. Further, it will save the court’s time and resources.”
The charges stem from allegations that Muhyiddin received RM232.5 million in bribes from various companies during his time in office as prime minister. Additionally, he faces money laundering charges involving RM200 million.
During today’s proceedings, Muhyiddin dropped his bid to strike out the money laundering charges, which defense lawyer Amer Hamzah Arshad confirmed was now moot.
The court has set the next case management for February 18.
