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The Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) confirmed that Anwar Ibrahim's position as MP and Prime Minister is secure. His royal pardon fully absolves him of past offenses, effectively treating him as if he never committed them. The AGC clarified that any challenge to an MP's election must be made through an election petition, as stipulated by the Federal Constitution and Election Offences Act. This statement comes in response to a lawsuit filed by P. Waytha Moorthy contesting Anwar's eligibility based on a previous conviction. The AGC emphasized the Court of Appeal's affirmation of the King's power to grant full pardons.
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