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CJ vows to protect independence of judiciary amid Umno past ties concern

By MkiniEN in August 6, 2025 – Reading time 1 minute
CJ vows to protect independence of judiciary amid Umno past ties concern


Chief Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh has given his unconditional pledge to safeguard judicial independence, following concerns over his political history.

Wan Ahmad Farid, who faced recent public criticism over his past ties with , acknowledged that his history cannot be erased, nor would he want it to be, as it forms part of who he is.



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