Event Brief
PAS leader Abdul Hadi Awang faces backlash over claims
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 21, 2026 at 1:11 AM ET
Summary: PAS leader Abdul Hadi Awang sparked outrage after making unproven claims linking religion to dishonesty, suggesting Muslims are less corrupt than non-Muslims. His remarks drew demands for evidence and came as PAS attacked the Democratic Action Party (DAP) in Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s ruling coalition.
WHO: Abdul Hadi Awang
WHAT: Made divisive, unproven claims linking religion to corruption, prompting ridicule and calls for evidence.
WHEN: Aug 21, 2026 at 12:54 AM ET
WHERE: Malaysia
WHY: The backlash was triggered by his remarks asserting Muslims are less corrupt than non-Muslims without evidence.
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