The defence in the corruption trial of Ahmad Zahid Hamidi related to the Akalbudi Foundation (YAB) today contended that the former deputy prime minister will be deprived of a fair trial if the court accepts the prosecution’s argument and stops a defence witness from testifying.

Zahid’s counsel Hisyam Teh Poh Teik said this would lead to a breach of his client’s right to a fair trial which is guaranteed under Article 5 of the Federal Constitution.

He submitted that the statement by...