The judge says that Najib, as the plaintiff, has a right to hear his civil case.

He will be investigated under the Penal Code, the Sedition Act, the Official Secrets Act, and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act, among others.

Tommy Thomas advises Pakatan Harapan on how to fight the next general election.

Najib filed the suit on Oct 22, 2021, claiming that the charges against him were part of a move planned in advance by Tommy Thomas and in line with the Pakatan Harapan government’s plan at the time.

They say the former prime minister's suit against them is a collateral attack to prevent the criminal proceedings against him.

Dr Afif Bahardin says Tommy Thomas failed to address the main concerns in his 'long and turgid response' yesterday.

The former attorney-general explains why he offered to resume an annual compensation stopped after the Sulu invasion.

Tommy Thomas' regret over non-payments to the Sulus, among others, is repeatedly cited in the 297-point arbitration judgment.

They say they no longer wish to prolong the matter.

The prosecution also says that Najib's civil suit is a collateral attack on his trial in the criminal court.

A three-man bench says a coroner has the jurisdiction to hear and punish any kind of contempt, whether in the face of court or out of court.

The task force will also comprise representatives from the relevant ministries and departments including the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and the police.