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Ex-Malaysian minister admits lapse after khalwat arrest

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Former Malaysian minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has admitted to a lapse in judgment following his detention by the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) for an alleged khalwat (close proximity) offense. Nik Nazmi stated he was at a residence in Petaling Jaya with a woman to discuss a project, acknowledging the situation was an offense. He maintained that no improper conduct occurred that would raise suspicion. AI

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Ex-Malaysian minister admits lapse after khalwat arrest

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · The Star ·

    Ex-Malaysian minister Nik Nazmi admits lapse in judgment after ‘khalwat’ arrest

    Former Malaysian minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has confirmed that he was one of two individuals detained by the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) over an alleged khalwat case. Nik Nazmi, who helms Parti Bersama Malaysia, said he was at a residence in Petaling Jaya on Th…

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