Najib Razak

Najib Razak is a Malaysian politician who served as the country’s Prime Minister from 2009 to 2018. He is a member of the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) and is known for his efforts to modernize Malaysia’s economy and infrastructure. However, his tenure was also marked by significant controversy, most notably the 1MDB scandal, a large-scale corruption case involving the state investment fund he once led. Najib was accused of embezzling billions of dollars, which led to legal proceedings and his eventual defeat in the 2018 elections. His political career highlights complex issues of governance, corruption, and economic development in Malaysia.