PKR MP: 'Malay warrior' Ibrahim Ali owns shares in gambling company

Machang MP Saifuddin Nasution today alleged in the Dewan Rakyat that Pasir Mas MP Ibrahim Ali - famous for his virulent Malay rights activism - posesses shares in a gaming company owned by tycoon Vincent Tan.

The allegation was made when Saifuddin was debating the royal address, while initially urging the government to elaborate on gambling licences given to the Ascot Sports company.

"Pasir MAS, the 'true warrior', has shares (in that company) too. That is the real face of 'Malay warrior'. We will seek the Finance Ministry's explanation on this," said Saifuddin.

Ibrahim, who was present when Saifuddin made the allegation, shrugged it off.

According to Saifuddin, Ascot Sports was granted a 20-year licence to perform their operations, which included betting on horse racing, football and other sports.

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courtesy of Malaysiakini