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Malaysian university criticized for inviting ex-lover of murdered model to speak

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The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM ) is facing criticism for inviting Abdul Razak Baginda, the former lover of murdered Mongolian model Altantuya Shaariibuu, to speak at an event. Academics within the university have called for a review of the invitation, expressing concern over Razak Baginda's association with the notorious 2006 murder. Razak Baginda, who previously advised Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, is set to discuss leadership, despite his continued civil liability in Shaariibuu's death and ongoing investigations into a controversial submarine deal he brokered. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses controversy surrounding an invitation to a speaker with ties to a high-profile murder case, rather than a new event or release.

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Malaysian university criticized for inviting ex-lover of murdered model to speak

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Iman Muttaqin Yusof ·

    Malaysian university slammed for talk by murdered Mongolian’s ex-lover

    A Malaysian university has drawn anger over an event invitation to Abdul Razak Baginda, the former lover of a Mongolian woman whose body was blown up with military-grade explosives in one of the country’s most notorious murders. The controversy has spread beyond social media to t…

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