Malaysia’s prime minister, Anwar Ibrahim, says the country’s position on fugitive financier Jho Low remains unchanged even if he receives a US presidential pardon. Anwar states that any pardon decision is a matter for the United States, but Malaysia will continue pursuing Low through legal processes. Low is described across reports as an alleged key figure in Malaysia’s 1MDB scandal. In 2018, he was charged in Malaysia with conspiracy to launder billions of dollars linked to the 1MDB sovereign wealth fund and with violations of anti-bribery laws. The reporting also notes allegations that money connected to the scandal was used for high-profile purchases and benefits, including access to Hollywood figures and acquisitions of luxury assets. While the articles focus on Malaysia’s determination to keep seeking accountability, they also reflect that legal developments in the US—such as any presidential pardon—would not shift Malaysia’s approach, at least according to Anwar’s statements.