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The Star
29-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
MACC has list of individuals linked to Raub land encroachment, says Azam
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) already has a list of individuals believed to be involved in the land encroachment case in Raub, Pahang, according to its Chief Commissioner, Tan Sri Azam Baki. "Yes, we already have a list. Considering the case dates back around 10 years or more, some of the officials involved have since retired," he told reporters after attending the Southeast Asia Anti-Corruption Conference 2025: Recalling Jakarta Statement, here on Tuesday (April 29). Commenting on the progress of the investigation, Azam said no arrests have been made so far. ALSO READ: MACC looking at governance aspects in Raub land encroachment probe, says Azam However, he said the MACC is conducting a thorough probe, not only focusing on governance issues but also examining how the land clearing activities could have taken place without appropriate action from the relevant authorities. Azam said that the MACC had previously investigated a similar issue in 2021, with the inquiry nearly concluded at the land office level, but the current investigation involves a new wave of encroachment, which appears distinct from earlier cases. "Some settlers claim they've been working the land since 1974. If that were true, the trees would be 40 to 50 years old, but we've also found trees only eight or nine years old, which clearly indicates recent encroachment," he said. ALSO READ: Pahang Ruler calls for definitive end to illegal land encroachment He further stated that the state government is taking all these factors into account, and individuals or parties responsible would be called upon to assist in the investigation. Before this, an enforcement operation on durian farms in Raub sparked mixed reactions after farmers claimed to be dissatisfied following the destruction of their crops. The Pahang government, however, denied allegations of breaching a court order when around 200 Musang King durian trees were felled during an operation in Sungai Klau, Raub, on April 8. The operation, which involved police and the Pahang State Enforcement Unit (UPNP), was conducted in areas where land had been cleared without permission, and it is expected to continue until May 3. – Bernama
The Sun
29-04-2025
- The Sun
MACC already has list of individuals linked to Raub land encroachment
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) already has a list of individuals believed to be involved in the land encroachment case in Raub, Pahang, according to its chief commissioner, Tan Sri Azam Baki. 'Yes, we already have a list. Considering the case dates back around 10 years or more, some of the officials involved have since retired,' he told reporters after attending the Southeast Asia Anti-Corruption Conference 2025: Recalling Jakarta Statement, here today. Commenting on the progress of the investigation, Azam said no arrests have been made so far. However, he said the MACC is conducting a thorough probe, not only focusing on governance issues but also examining how the land clearing activities could have taken place without appropriate action from the relevant authorities. Azam said that the MACC had previously investigated a similar issue in 2021, with the inquiry nearly concluded at the land office level, but the current investigation involves a new wave of encroachment, which appears distinct from earlier cases. 'Some settlers claim they've been working the land since 1974. If that were true, the trees would be 40 to 50 years old, but we've also found trees only eight or nine years old, which clearly indicates recent encroachment,' he said. He further stated that the state government is taking all these factors into account, and individuals or parties responsible will be called upon to assist in the investigation. Prior to this, an enforcement operation on durian farms in Raub sparked mixed reactions after farmers claimed to be dissatisfied following the destruction of their crops. The Pahang government, however, denied allegations of breaching a court order when around 200 Musang King durian trees were felled during an operation in Sungai Klau, Raub, on April 8. The operation, which involved police and the Pahang State Enforcement Unit (UPNP), was carried out in areas where land was cleared without permission, and it is expected to continue until May 3.
Malay Mail
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Pahang to reclaim encroached land using full extent of law, says MB
KUANTAN, April 24 — The Pahang government will fully enforce existing legal provisions to reclaim every inch of state land that has been illegally encroached, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail. He stressed that land encroachment is a criminal offence and the state will not compromise with any party attempting to illegally occupy government land. 'Such actions not only violate the law but also undermine the sovereignty and dignity of the state administration. We will not yield to any pressure, threats, or tactics from irresponsible individuals or groups. 'I issue a stern warning — do not challenge the resolve of the state government. Together with enforcement agencies, we will intensify monitoring operations, law enforcement, and legal actions. He said this when winding up debate on the motion of thanks for the royal address during the State Legislative Assembly sitting at Wisma Sri Pahang here today. Earlier, the Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah had called for an end to illegal land encroachments in the state, revealing that 14,494.9 hectares of government land had been unlawfully occupied and cultivated with oil palm, rubber, durian, and other produce. Wan Rosdy said since the establishment of the Pahang State Enforcement Unit (UPNP) in 2019, a total of 23 anti-land encroachment operations had been carried out over 1,362 hectares, with five more planned for this year. He also revealed that the state had submitted 11 high-impact project proposals for consideration under the First Rolling Plan of the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK-13) in 2026. These included the construction of the Lingkaran Tengah Utara linking Raub to Slim River in Perak (RM3.936 billion), upgrading of Jalan Kuantan–Segamat, Rompin Phase 2 (RM1.331 billion), and construction of the Central Spine Road (CSR) Package 6 from Karak to Simpang Pelangai, Bentong (RM750 million). To date, 114 of the 217 water supply development projects in Pahang have been completed, 32 are under construction, and 71 are in the pre-construction phase, he said. Starting this year, Pengurusan Air Pahang Berhad (PAIP) will undertake pipe replacement works totalling 713.2 kilometres, funded with RM205 million from the Federal Government and RM134.6 million via a loan from Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad (PAAB). — Bernama
