Malaysia former prime minister pleads not guilty to money-laundering charges
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak pleaded not guilty Wednesday to three new money-laundering charges related to the alleged multibillion-dollar looting of a state investment fund that led to his stunning electoral defeat three months ago.
Najib spoke softly as he entered his plea in the High Court. He has previously accused Malaysia’s new government of seeking political vengeance and vowed to clear his name in his trial.
Najib, 65, had pleaded not guilty last month to abuse of power and three counts of criminal breach of trust.
All of the charges against him involve the transfer of $10.