'Dato' title of Ling, Phang temporarily suspended: DAULAT TUANKU!

In a rare move, the Selangor palace has temporarily stopped Dr Ling Liong Sik and Phang Oi Choo from using the Dato title bestowed on them by the sultan. During this period, the duo are not allowed to display the symbols of status as Dato during this period.

Reason being the two are facing criminal charges in relation to the Port Kang Free Zone (PKFZ) scandal.

A statement from the state secretariat this morning said Sultan Sharafuddin Abdul Aziz Shah made the decision in consultation with the state royal advisory council, which met on Aug 19 and  he took into consideration that the charges involve serious offences that affect the interests of the people and the country.

The statement also said the palace will review their use of the title once they are cleared of criminal wrongdoing.