US STATE DEPT PRESS RELEASE ON ANWAR'S DETENTION

Source: Malaysian Bar US State Department's Press Statement on Anwar Thursday, 17 July 2008 11:30 AM

Press Statement Sean McCormack, Spokesman Washington, DC July 16, 2008 Arrest of Anwar Ibrahim We believe the detention today of prominent Malaysian opposition figure Anwar Ibrahim raises serious questions and concerns. We urge Malaysian authorities to resolve this matter in a manner that builds confidence in the impartial rule of law in Malaysia.