Did ministers use 1MDB funds for constituency projects?

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Ministers Were Encouraged to Use 1MDB Funds for Constituency Projects

Former Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Mohd Sidek Hassan testified that ministers were encouraged to propose projects that could be funded by 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) for their respective constituencies. This practice was discussed in Cabinet meetings, and the funds were specifically earmarked for such initiatives.
Encouragement for Project Proposals

During Cabinet meetings, discussions involving 1MDB funds occurred, and ministers were prompted to suggest proposals for projects that could be financed through the state investment firm. Sidek Hassan indicated that these funds were intended to support projects benefiting ministers in their electoral districts.
Barisan Nasional Affiliation

The ministers who were encouraged to utilise 1MDB funds for their constituency projects were members of Barisan Nasional. Sidek Hassan confirmed this affiliation when questioned about how this practice led him to view 1MDB as a political fund for Barisan Nasional.
Cabinet Discussions and Government Policy

Sidek Hassan, who served as secretary to the Cabinet, explained that in his view, government policies are derived from the policies of the ruling party or coalition. He noted that while Cabinet meetings are meant to discuss government policies, the policies themselves originate from the political entities in power, such as Barisan Nasional.
Najib's Role and Disclosures

In the context of these discussions, former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak held multiple roles, serving as both prime minister and finance minister. Cabinet meeting minutes from September 8, 2010, indicated that Najib informed the Cabinet about purported donations from Saudi Arabia's crown prince to Yayasan 1MDB. He stated these donations would enable more corporate social responsibility programmes and projects, and invited Cabinet members to submit proposals for such CSR projects.

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