Anwar says 1MDB debt is not fully settled, disputing claims it was all paid

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dismissed claims that all 1MDB debts are paid, saying the government still carries substantial liabilities and new borrowing depends on need. Reports cite a RM8.9b liability figure.

Timeline

1. 19 Oct, 06:13 UTCMalay Mail reports Anwar dismissing claims debts are paid
2. 19 Oct, 08:40 UTCPicked up on Google Trends
3. 19 Oct, 08:40 UTCThe Vibes reports RM8.9b still owed

Top sources

• malay mailGoogle Trends
• Not true 1MDB debt fully paid, says AnwarFree Malaysia Today
• Which book says 1MDB debts are all paid? Anwar wants to knowMalay Mail
• [UPDATED] Anwar: Government still has to pay 1MDB debtsNST Online
• Anwar: Malaysia still owes RM8.9b in 1MDB liabilitiesThe Vibes