The Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism (C4) today called for a reform of the country's pardon system to ensure only those deserving can be considered for such mercy.

This came in response to the Pardons Board’s decision that halved former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's jail sentence in SRC International case to six years, on top of a hefty discount on his RM210 million fine imposed by the court.

In a statement, C4 said there is serious doubt as to whether Najib deserved such mercy considering...