Malaysia Government Overthrow Plot Investigation
Tasek Gelugor MP Datuk Wan Saiful Wan Jan was summoned on March 11, 2026, to provide a statement to police in Malaysia regarding allegations of a conspiracy to topple the government, following reports of a plot involving the family of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin and foreign media. As of March 11, 2026, the investigation is ongoing under Section 124B of the Penal Code, with several individuals from academia and NGOs also questioned. The family of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin filed a lawsuit on March 6 against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the police chief, and the government to halt claims of their involvement. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated on March 3 that the alleged plot involved international bankers and media outlets, driven by large-scale corruption investigations. Police have recorded statements from at least two individuals, including the complainant and a witness, and plan to call three to four more.
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12 updatesTasek Gelugor MP Datuk Wan Saiful Wan Jan was summoned on March 11, 2026, to provide a statement to assist investigations into allegations of a conspiracy to topple the government. The probe, under Section 124B of the Penal Code, follows reports of a plot involving the family of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin and foreign media. Wan Saiful confirmed he was providing his statement to police and noted that several individuals from academia and NGOs had also been questioned.
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The family of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin filed a lawsuit on March 6 against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the police chief, and the government. They seek to halt claims of a plot to overthrow the government, which allegedly involves Daim's widow and sons.
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Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail stated that Bukit Aman is recording statements from several individuals in connection with an alleged attempt to sabotage the government. As of March 5, 2026, police have recorded one lengthy statement and plan to call up three to four more individuals for the investigation, which involves elements both within and outside the country.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that an alleged plot to topple the Malaysian government was planned to involve international bankers and media outlets until the next general election, and was driven by large-scale corruption investigations. Police have recorded statements from two individuals, including the complainant and a witness, to assist in the comprehensive investigation.
Malaysian police are investigating an alleged conspiracy to topple the government and sabotage national stability. The probe reportedly centers on claims that Na'imah Abdul Khalid, widow of the late former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, engaged a UK-based media consulting firm to execute the plot. The alleged plan involved using international media and lobbyists to pressure Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Malaysian police have confirmed they are investigating an alleged conspiracy to topple the government and sabotage national stability. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail stated the probe involves a prominent local individual collaborating with an international media agency, conducted under Section 124B of the Penal Code. Na'imah Abdul Khalid, named in a social media report, has denied involvement.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim confirmed that the Cabinet discussed the establishment of a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate controversies surrounding MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki.
Inspector-General of Police Mohd Khalid Ismail advised the public against speculation to respect the principles of the criminal justice system and avoid interfering with the ongoing probe.
The investigation is being handled by the Classified Crime Investigation Unit of the Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department's Prosecution and Law Division (D5).
Reports indicate that a prominent family with significant assets allegedly engaged a London-based firm to pressure Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki.
Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed that police have opened an investigation paper into the alleged plot. He stated the probe is being conducted by the Classified Criminal Investigation Unit under Section 124B of the Penal Code.
A police report was lodged regarding allegations of a conspiracy to topple the government and sabotage national stability, reportedly involving an influential local individual and an international media agency.
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1 updatePrime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that the alleged plot to destabilize the Malaysian government, which began in August 2024, is linked to 'Zionist groups,' foreign lobbyists, bankers, and media agencies. The investigation, conducted under Section 124B of the Penal Code, aims to challenge government initiatives, particularly those related to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).
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