TAIPEI: A 7.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Taiwan on Wednesday (April 3), the strongest tremor to hit the island in at least 25 years, killing one person, injuring dozens and sparking a tsunami warning for southern Japan and the Philippines that was later lifted.
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He however added that any application will be subject to review, and confirmed that a one-month extension was also given to Tan Sri Mokhzani.The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief then said that it was reasonable to grant a one-month extension due to the extensive nature of his assets. "They can apply but we will review it first," he added when speaking to the media after attending the 10th Certified Integrity Officer Programme Convocation Ceremony at Kuala Lumpur World Trade Centre Thursday .Azam was asked if both sons of Dr Mahathir can still re-apply for an extension after the one-month deadline is over.
On Feb 21, MACC had reported to have granted Tan Sri Mokhzani's older brother, Tan Sri Mirzan Mahathir, the same extension four days ago.The graft-busters reportedly served a notice to Mirzan under Section 36 of the MACC Act to declare all his movable and immovable assets, whether inside or outside of the country within 30 days of Jan 18.
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