Zahid's defamation suit against Muhyiddin settled amicably

KUALA LUMPUR: The defamation suit filed by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi against former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin (pix) was settled amicably in the High Court today.

Ahmad Zahid sued Muhyiddin over the allegation that he had sought the latter’s help to settle or postpone his court cases.

According to their respective Facebook posts, Ahmad Zahid and Muhyiddin agreed to end their dispute and stop court proceedings.

“This decision is in consideration of the impact of the defamation suit on the public and taking into account advice from the High Court Judge as well as the current state of the country that must be prioritised, especially the matter of people’s livelihood,” according to the posts.

Both expressed their appreciation to the judge and court officers involved in the case, adding that they hoped all parties would accept and respect their decision and not use it to disrupt public well-being and stability and the people’s confidence in the country’s judiciary.