How much monthly support is Khoo Kay Peng ordered to pay his wife?

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Khoo Kay Peng Ordered to Pay £50,000 Monthly in Support Payments

Tan Sri Khoo Kay Peng has been ordered by a UK court to pay his wife, Pauline Chai, £50,000 per month in support payments. This order is part of a contentious divorce case where Chai's legal team has accused Khoo of evading court mandates. The ongoing legal battle highlights significant financial obligations and disputes over jurisdiction.
Arrears in Support Payments

Richard Todd, a lawyer representing Chai, stated that Khoo Kay Peng currently owes his wife £440,000 in missed support payments. This accumulated debt underscores a failure to comply with previous court directives regarding financial provisions. The court has indicated it will make an order for £144,000 held in one of Khoo's bank accounts to be transferred to the UK and subsequently to Chai.
Increase in Asset Value Amidst Non-Compliance

Ayesha Vardag, another legal representative for Chai, noted that since the maintenance payment was increased to £50,000 a month approximately 10 weeks prior to the statement, the value of Khoo's holdings in Malayan United Industries Bhd (MUI) and Laura Ashley has appreciated by around £20 million. This increase in asset value has been presented in the context of Khoo's alleged refusal to pay any maintenance, which has been described as a "flagrant decision to breach the judge’s order."
Ongoing Jurisdictional Dispute

The divorce proceedings are further complicated by a jurisdictional fight, with Khoo attempting to have the case moved to Malaysia. An appeal concerning jurisdiction is scheduled for June. The case has been characterised by significant legal costs, with one judge noting in a November ruling that the divorce was "staggeringly expensive," with legal fees approaching £3 million. The court has urged both parties to reach a settlement, acknowledging their substantial wealth and the high cost of litigation.

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