Malaysian politician Rafizi Ramli was questioned for more than eight hours on May 4 by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) over a semiconductor deal involving Arm chips worth US$278 million (RM1.1 billion) [1, 2, 3].
The investigation focuses on alleged power abuse and irregularities in an alliance between Malaysia’s economy ministry and British chip designer Arm [1]. Rafizi arrived at MACC headquarters without a lawyer, stating he had "nothing to hide," and that "We will go through the process. We have nothing to hide, and if this ends up in court, I am confident we [have] a strong case" [3, 4, 1].
More than 30 supporters gathered outside MACC from early morning as questioning took place [1]. Rafizi added, "If the MACC decides to charge me based on its case, we will defend ourselves in court" [1].
The case is being investigated under Section 23 of the MACC Act, which relates to misuse of office or position for gratification [1]. Following the initial questioning on May 4, the MACC confirmed it will continue questioning Rafizi on May 5 [5].
