The Attorney-General's Chambers has confirmed that no further action will be taken regarding the 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, corruption, and money laundering against Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. This decision marks the final closure of the Yayasan Akalbudi case, shifting his previous status of a discharge not amounting to an acquittal into a permanent conclusion of proceedings.

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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi expressed his gratitude following the decision, stating that time has finally revealed the truth. He maintained that the outcome proves his innocence in the Yayasan Akalbudi case. Zahid noted that the long legal process has ended with his vindication, allowing him to focus fully on his national duties without the shadow of prosecution.

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Following the AGC's decision to not proceed further, Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s legal team has announced plans to pursue a full acquittal in court. His lawyers stated that they will apply to the High Court to ensure their client is permanently cleared of all charges. This legal step aims to prevent any future reinstatement of the same charges by the prosecution.

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The Scenario: You are in the Principal's office because they think you broke a window.

📌 DNAA (Discharge Not Amounting to Acquittal): The Principal says, "You can go back to class for now, but if we find new proof later, we will call you back in and punish you." It is just a pause.

📌 NFA (No Further Action): The Principal decides to stop investigating. They say, "We’re dropping this. You can go." It’s an administrative decision to stop.

📌 Full Acquittal: The Principal holds a formal meeting and decides, "We have looked at everything, and you are officially cleared. We promise you will never be called back or punished for this specific broken window ever again."

The Difference:

📌 DNAA: The case is paused.

📌 NFA: The accuser stops trying.

📌 Full Acquittal: The case is finished forever, and you are free.

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The decision has sparked calls for greater transparency from both political allies and legal experts. DAP and lawmaker Ramkarpal Singh have urged the Attorney-General to provide a detailed explanation for the move to ensure public trust in the legal system is maintained. However, Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution defended the decision, stating the AG acted within constitutional powers.

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UMNO Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh stated that the AGC's decision validates claims that the charges against Ahmad Zahid Hamidi were politically motivated. He remarked that the truth has finally been revealed, suggesting the prosecution was a tool for political targeting. Akmal welcomed the closure, viewing it as a restoration of justice and a cleansing of the Deputy Prime Minister's reputation.

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Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail clarified that the decision for No Further Action lies entirely within the discretionary powers of the Attorney-General. He cited the Federal Constitution, noting that the AG has the absolute authority to discontinue proceedings. Saifuddin emphasised that the government respects the independence of the AGC in making legal determinations based on current evidence and law.

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