Tourism and Culture Minister Nazri Abdul Aziz today said that Malaysia can only take action against 1MDB-linked businessperson Jho Low if he has committed any offence under the country's law.
"So I also want to know what offence did he commit in Malaysia," said Nazri when asked for comments on the government's stand that there is no case to be pursued against Low in Malaysia.
This is despite related investigations still being carried out by various foreign authorities on cases linked to 1MDB and Low.
"All these while (former premier Dr) Mahathir (Mohamad) is asking why the whole world knew about Jho Low and the alleged offences, but only Malaysia seem to not know.
"All these offences, if there are, are committed overseas. So let the overseas governments and their authorities take actions against him," the former law minister told a press conference at the Les' Copaque animation studio in Shah Alam.
"In Malaysia, tell us what offence has he committed.
"I am sure if he has committed any offence in this country, under our law, we will take action," Nazri further said.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi had on Monday revealed the police had closed its investigation into Low, while denying reports that Malaysia was currently requesting help from Interpol to locate the Penang-born tycoon.
On Tuesday, when asked to clarify his remarks, Zahid reiterated his earlier statement but refused to confirm whether the Attorney-General's Chambers had ruled that there would be no further action on the case.
Low, whose whereabouts remain unknown, is closely linked to the 1MDB scandal, which saw billions of ringgit in funds allegedly siphoned off by certain individuals.
He has denied the allegations directed at him.- Mkini
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