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Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh

Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh
The latest news and top stories on Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh, Malaysia’s 17th Chief Justice. Known for his extensive legal career, he previously served as a Court of Appeal Judge, High Court Judge and Judicial Commissioner. His background also includes significant public service as Deputy Home Minister and Political Secretary to a former Prime Minister, retiring from politics in 2013. His work at the apex court involves leading the judiciary, overseeing various courts and upholding constitutional fidelity. Key accomplishments include a landmark ruling on the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s emergency powers and presiding over high-profile cases.
Malaysia

‘Urgently needed’: Malaysia’s chief justice demands more judges as caseloads soar

Chief Justice Wan Ahmad Farid warns court backlogs expose judicial shortages and urgent calls for reform in Malaysia’s legal system.

Anwar’s chief justice pick tests Malaysia’s faith in the courts

Letters | Why is Hong Kong law soft on predatory lending and debtor harassment?

Readers discuss an area where Hong Kong lags behind jurisdictions like Singapore, Malaysia’s new chief justice, and the dam project in Tibet.

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