The 1MDB trial continued with former Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak testifying about a controversial RM60.6 million deposit into his personal bank account. Najib claimed the funds were a personal donation from the late Saudi King Abdullah Abdulaziz Al-Saud, emphasizing that the funds were meant to support his administration and promote Islamic initiatives.

Najib maintained that he believed the donation was legitimate, citing previous assurances from both Saudi officials and intermediaries. The prosecution, however, argued that the funds were misappropriated from 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), a state investment fund embroiled in a global corruption scandal. This testimony is part of Najib's broader defense as he faces multiple charges of corruption, money laundering, and abuse of power linked to the 1MDB scandal.

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