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The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Zabariah appointed Court of Appeal acting president
PUTRAJAYA: Federal Court judge Datuk Zabariah Mohd Yusof (pic) will temporarily assume the powers and responsibilities of the Court of Appeal president following Tan Sri Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim's retirement on Thursday. Chief Judge of Malaya Tan Sri Hasnah Mohammed Hashim, who assumed the powers and duties of the Chief Justice, said Zabariah's appointment was made under Section 9(3)(a) of the Court of Judicature Act 1964. 'I hereby appoint Zabariah to exercise the powers and duties of the Court of Appeal president effective July 3 until the position is permanently filled,' Hasnah said in a letter on Thursday. A copy of the letter was sent to the Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak, Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Sebli, Federal Court Chief Registrar Datuk Zamri Bakar and Court of Appeal Registrar Jumirah Marjuki. Zabariah was appointed as a Judi–cial Commissioner and later served at the Kuala Lumpur High Court from Jan 5, 2009. She was confirmed as a High Court judge on Aug 9, 2010, and on Jan 2, 2013, was assigned to the Seremban High Court. In 2016, she returned to serve as a High Court judge at the Kuala Lumpur High Court. Zabariah was appointed as a Court of Appeal judge on March 21, 2016. She was elevated as a Federal Court judge on Dec 5, 2019. She turned 66 on April 10, which would be the mandatory retirement age, but was given a six-month extension. In March, Zabariah was appointed as a member of the Judicial Appointments Commission. The Court of Appeal president is the second-highest position in the Malaysian judiciary after the Chief Justice.
The Star
14-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Crowd gathers for 'Walk to Safeguard Judicial Independence'
PUTRAJAYA: A crowd began gathering in front of the Palace of Justice on Monday (July 14) as part of the "Walk to Safeguard Judicial Independence" organised by the Bar Council. Many lawyers wearing chambers attire along with members believed to be from non-governmental organisations (NGOs), arrived as early as 12.30pm. The Malaysian Bar clarified earlier on Monday that its "Walk to Safeguard Judicial Independence"—a march from the Palace of Justice (POJ) to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) to submit a memorandum—is not politically motivated, even as reports suggest other groups may participate. The circular further stated that representatives from the PMO will be present to receive the memorandum after the 2.6km walk from the POJ to the PMO, where the event is scheduled to begin at 2pm. There is minimal police presence, but marshals believed to be part of the Bar Council are monitoring the march. An ambulance is also on standby near the Palace of Justice. The walk aims to express legal professionals' concern over the vacancies for top posts and other senior judges in the Federal Court and the unfilled positions of judges at various levels, especially the High Court. Currently, Chief Judge of Malaya Tan Sri Hasnah Mohammed Hashim is assuming the responsibilities of the Chief Justice, while Federal Court judge Datuk Zabariah Mohd Yusof is taking on the tasks of the Court of Appeal President. On Sunday (July 13), the Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform), Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said, stated that the appointment of a new Chief Justice to head the judiciary will be decided only after the next Conference of Rulers, scheduled for July 15-17.
The Star
07-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Legal milestone: New appointments sees women in top roles in judiciary
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has once again made history with the appointments of Tan Sri Hasnah Mohammed Hashim as Acting Chief Justice and Datuk Zabariah Mohd Yusof as Acting President of the Court of Appeal. For the second time in our nation's history, women now lead the top two positions in the judiciary. Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters. RM12.33/month RM8.63/month Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters. Free Trial For new subscribers only
The Star
04-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Zabariah assumes duties as Court of Appeal president
PUTRAJAYA: Federal Court judge Justice Datuk Zabariah Mohd Yusof ( pic ) will temporarily assume the powers and responsibilities of the Court of Appeal president, following Tan Sri Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim's retirement on Thursday. In a letter dated July 3, Chief Judge of Malaya Tan Sri Hasnah Mohammed Hashim, who is assuming the powers and duties of the Chief Justice, said Zabariah's appointment is made under Section 9 (3) (a) of the Court of Judicature Act 1964. "I hereby appoint Zabariah to exercise the powers and duties of the Court of Appeal president effective July 3 until the position is permanently filled," Hasnah said. A copy of the letter was sent to the Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak, Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Sebli, Federal Court Chief Registrar Datuk Zamri Bakar and Court of Appeal Registrar Jumirah Marjuki. Zabariah was appointed as a Judicial Commissioner and later served at the Kuala Lumpur High Court on Jan 5, 2009. She was confirmed as a High Court judge on Aug 9, 2010, and on Jan 2, 2013, was assigned to the Seremban High Court. In 2016, she returned to serve as a High Court judge at the Kuala Lumpur High Court. Zabariah was appointed as a Court of Appeal judge on March 21, 2016. She was elevated as a Federal Court judge on Dec 5, 2019. She turned 66 last April 10, which would be the mandatory retirement age but was given a six-month extension. In March, Zabariah was appointed as a member of the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC). The Court of Appeal president is the second-highest position in the Malaysian judiciary after the Chief Justice.
The Sun
04-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Zabariah assumes duties as Court of Appeal president
PUTRAJAYA: Federal Court Judge Datuk Zabariah Mohd Yusof will assume the powers and responsibilities of the Court of Appeal president following Tan Sri Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim's retirement yesterday. In a letter dated yesterday, Chief Justice of Malaya Tan Sri Hasnah Mohammed Hashim, who is assuming the powers and duties of the Chief Justice, said Zabariah's appointment, effective yesterday, is made under Section 9 (3) (a) of the Court of Judicature Act 1964. According to the letter, she is to exercise the powers and duties of the Court of Appeal president until the position is permanently filled. A copy of the letter was also sent to the Chief Justice of Sabah and Sarawak, Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Sebli, Federal Court Chief Registrar Datuk Zamri Bakar and Court of Appeal Registrar Jumirah Marjuki. Zabariah was appointed as a Judicial Commissioner and later served at the Kuala Lumpur High Court on January 5, 2009. She was confirmed as a High Court judge on Aug 9, 2010, and on Jan 2, 2013, was assigned to the Seremban High Court. In 2016, she returned to serve as a High Court judge at the Kuala Lumpur High Court. Zabariah was appointed as a Court of Appeal Judge on March 21, 2016, and as a Federal Court judge on Dec 5, 2019. She turned 66 last April 10, but was given a six-month extension. In March, Zabariah was appointed as a member of the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC). The President of the Court of Appeal of Malaysia is the second-highest position in the Malaysian judiciary after the Chief Justice.
