Rosmah Mansor’s Jewelry Money Mess
A touch of drama unfolds in Kuala Lumpur: former First Lady Rosmah Mansor could soon find herself on the witness stand over a sparkling legal storm.
The 60‑Million Ringy‑Coin Row
Picture this—44 dazzling pieces, valued at a whopping RM60 million (S$19.9 million). They were shipped to Rosmah in February, only to get seized during a government raid in May. The catch? The jewels were still unpaid.
Who’s Involved?
- Samer Halimeh – The Lebanese jeweller keeping tabs on his top clients.
- Rosmah Mansor – The lady in center‑stage, now looking to clear her name.
- Attorney‑General’s Chambers (AGC) – The government side, set to intervene.
Rosmah’s Strike‑Off Plea
Last month, Rosmah filed a motion to dismiss the suit, arguing that Mr Halimeh can’t claim money through the civil court without the Attorney‑General’s blessing, citing anti‑money‑laundering laws. She also noted that Section 54(3) of the Anti‑Money Laundering Act doesn’t allow civil suits to recover seized properties for “business transactions” or “deals.”
Halimeh’s Counter‑Move
In a neat twist, Halimeh filed an affidavit stating that the AGC had applied to act as an intervener—essentially a third‑party litigant stepping in because the verdict could affect their interests.
What’s Next?
Rosmah’s request to throw the case out is awaiting the High Court’s verdict. If the court sides with Halimeh, Rosmah will have to go to trial and testify.
According to a lawyer, David Gurupatham, “If Rosmah’s application is dismissed, she’ll be on the witness stand and have to explain the whole chaos.”
Stay tuned for the next episode in Sri‑Kuala‑Lumpur’s sparkling saga.
