New: BERSIH Advocates Open Trials for High-Profile Cases like Najib’s

The decision of the High Court to restrict media coverage of Najib Razak’s judicial review proceedings concerning the royal pardon for his six-year house arrest has sparked controversy. Clean and Fair Elections Coalition (BERSIH) insists on open trials for high-profile cases involving public interest and public funds.

High-Profile Cases

They question why the Deputy Public Prosecutor did not oppose the media restriction and demand transparency in such significant cases to maintain public trust in the government and judicial system. BERSIH emphasizes the importance of justice, equality, and transparency to uphold the country’s legal system.