PM Anwar says Forest City casino allegation is malicious, suggests jail for rumour-mongers

Malay Mail

PUTRAJAYA, May 1 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today defended the King against claims he wanted a casino built to save Forest City in Johor, calling the allegation malicious.

He suggested that those making rumours against the royal institution were “crooks” who should be jailed.

“What is this? I have never heard of talks nor did anyone propose (the casino)… the Yang di-Pertuan Agong never once mentioned anything about allowing gambling there even if he does have interest in Forest City,” Anwar said in his Labour Day speech to staff from ministries and government-linked firms here.

“Where did this rumour come from? From crooks. I think these crooks should be the one filling the cells I once occupied,” he added.

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