Malaysian Bar expected to discuss delays in abolishing draconian laws, claims of judicial misconduct at AGM


  • Nation
  • Saturday, 16 Mar 2019

George Varughese. -Bernamapic

KUALA LUMPUR: In its 73rd annual general meeting, the Malaysian Bar is expected to vote on resolutions regarding issues such as the delay in the abolition of draconian laws and the claims of judicial misconduct made by appellate judge Datuk Dr Hamid Sultan Abu Backer.

Outgoing Bar president George Varughese (pic) proposed two motions, one of which is related to the call for an immediate abolition or repeal of repressive laws in the country.

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