Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat emphasizes the Judiciary's commitment to impartiality and adherence to the law during her six-year tenure, which coincided with four different prime ministers from diverse political backgrounds. She asserts that her decisions have always been guided by the law and facts, rejecting any accusations of bias.
We firmly believe we made correct decisions on the law and facts, Chief Justice says as tenure spans four prime ministers and political turbulence
She noted that her six-year tenure from 2019 to present day is the first time in the country’s history where a Chief Justice’s service has coincided with four different prime ministers from different political affiliations. Following her appointment as Malaysia’s first female Chief Justice, Tengku Maimun said she has always intended on fulfilling her Oath of Office especially in ensuring the Federal Constitution reigns supreme.
“I am here to do my job. I never coveted it, but by the Grace of Allah SWT, I was entrusted to lead the Judiciary.
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