The defence closed its case on Sept 3, with Justice Mohd Nazlan Mohd Ghazali initially fixing today for oral submissions. A total of six defence witnesses, including Isa, testified in the trial, while 15 prosecution witnesses gave evidence.
This is confirmed by counsel Americk Sidhu, who represents Rewcastle Brown and the publishers.
“I have instructed my lawyers to evaluate the matter (Syed Iskandar's originating summons),” Jamal said.
Najib's application to intervene in Azilah's bid to set aside the conviction and death sentence will be heard first, according to Najib's lawyer Sarah Abishegam
Dr Syed Iskandar Syed Jaafar, 53, filed the originating summons (OS) at the High Court here, through Messrs R Kenghadaran & Co, where he named the Malaysian government as the sole defendant.
Nizar is the son of former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak
In a statement issued today, Thomas wrote that calling an emergency would have grave consequences, especially on the country’s economy. He pointed out that the rating agencies will immediately downgrade the country’s sovereign ratings. Consequently, the country’s borrowing costs will instantly go up, and this perhaps will result in difficulty in borrowing.
This is the second postponement after the apex court bench was initially slated to deliver its decision last Sept 28.
Lim was not present today at the Sessions Court here as he needed to attend proceedings at the Penang State Legislative Assembly.
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