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Tycoon apologises to armed forces after backlash

A screen grab from video uploaded on social media showing Koon Yew Yin giving a speech at a Pakatan Harapan rally in the run-up to last year's election. The tycoon says he has written to the armed forces to apologise for his remarks. – August 18, 2019.

TYCOON Koon Yew Yin has written to the armed forces over his remarks that servicemen “are just eating and sleeping”. In a statement, the founder of IJM Corporation and Gamuda Berhad said he had sent the letter a few days ago and admitted his post on his blog was wrong. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!

 

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