Malaysia: Abduction of witness in corruption case sparks outcry over the government’s failure to protect women
Tuesday, May 27, 2025 3:10 PM

The abduction of Pamela Ling, a Malaysian woman and key witness in a corruption case surrounding her businessman husband, has ignited national outrage and drawn sharp criticism from women’s rights advocates and activists. Taken while en route to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Ling’s disappearance has highlighted serious institutional failures in safeguarding women who engage with state bodies. Additionally, activists have alleged misconduct and harassment by the MACC, and the investigation has now expanded internationally, with Interpol getting involved with the searches extending to Singapore.
 
Compiled from: Hadi Azmi, “Malaysian witness’ kidnapping shows ‘profound breakdown’ in protecting women: activist,” South China Morning Post, May 13, 2025.