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List of scandals in Malaysia

The following is a list of reported scams and scandals in Malaysia since independence. These include political, financial, corporate and others. Entries are arranged in reverse chronological order by year. The year is the one in which the alleged scam was first reported or came into knowledge of public.

Notable scandals

References

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  22. ^ "Singapore to return $11 million in 1MDB-linked funds to Malaysia". Reuters. 10 September 2018. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
  23. ^ "PI points finger at Malaysia No. 2 leader in new twist to Mongolian's murder". International Herald Tribune. 3 July 2008. Retrieved 3 July 2008.
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