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One mightily damaging backstory: 1MDB

The Intelligence from The Economist

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This chapter covers the conviction of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak in the 1MDB corruption case, sentencing him to 12 years for money laundering and other charges. It examines the origins of the 1MDB fund, the massive financial losses incurred, and the broader political ramifications, including the involvement of major players like Goldman Sachs.

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