PAS leader Abdul Hadi Awang faces backlash over claims
By The BriefBrief
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:Reported 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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