«Affaire Sulu» arbitrée en France: entretien avec la ministre de la Justice de Malaisie

La France est l’un des pays arbitrant une affaire rocambolesque entre la Malaisie et des héritiers autoproclamés du sultanat de Sulu. Le dossier, complexe, est suivi de près par les Malaisiens, et la ministre de la Justice du pays, Azalina Othman Said. Entretien.

My Say: Sovereign immunity in Malaysia — what it is and the way forward

This article first appeared in Forum, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on November 13, 2023 - November 19, 2023 As the year comes to a close, many of us are tying up loose ends and seeing the fruition of many plans. However, the Malaysia-Sulu case, or what I call the Sulu Fraud, is still an ongoing battle. As we pursue this legal battle, there are glimpses of hope and light at the end of the tunnel.

Malaysia says sultan's heirs withdraw claim on Paris buildings

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Reuters) - Malaysia said the heirs of a former sultan have withdrawn their claims over three Malaysian-owned diplomatic properties in Paris, as part of a $15 billion arbitration dispute between the two sides.

Malaysia says Philippine heirs of Sulu sultan withdraw claim on Paris buildings linked to arbitration dispute

Malaysia’s law ministry said descendants of former sultan have dropped their bid to seize three diplomatic properties in the French capital

Malaysia says Sultan's heirs pull out claim on Paris buildings

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia said the heirs of a former sultan have withdrawn their claims over three Malaysian-owned diplomatic properties in Paris, as part of a $15 billion arbitration dispute between the two sides.

Malaysia says sultan’s heirs withdraw claim on Paris buildings

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) – Malaysia said the heirs of a former sultan have withdrawn their claims over three Malaysian-owned diplomatic properties in Paris, as part of a $15 billion arbitration dispute between the two sides.

Malaysia says sultan’s heirs withdraw claim on Paris buildings

KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia said the heirs of a former sultan have withdrawn their claims over three Malaysian-owned diplomatic properties in Paris, as part of a US$15 billion (S$20 billion) arbitration dispute between the two sides.

HISTORY VICTORY FOR MALAYSIA AS FRENCH COURT ENDS DEFUNCT SULU HEIRS CLAIMS OVER MALAYSIA'S DIPLOMATIC ASSETS - AZALINA

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia created another piece of history after securing a decisive legal victory in the French Court that ends defunct Sulu heirs' claims over Malaysian Government's diplomatic assets.

SULU CASE: SPANISH ARBITRATOR STAMPA TO FACE CRIMINAL CHARGES IN MADRID ON DEC 11 - AZALINA

KUALA LUMPUR, 9 Nov (Bernama) -- Spanish arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa, who controversially ordered Malaysia to pay US$14.92 billion to self-claimed heirs of the defunct Sulu Sultanate, will face charges in the Madrid Court on Dec 11.

Spanish arbitrator in Sulu case to face charges in December, says Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR: Spanish arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa, who controversially ordered Malaysia to pay US$14.92 billion (RM69.88 billion) to the self-claimed heirs of the defunct Sulu sultanate, will face charges in the Madrid court on Dec 11.

Sulu case: Spanish arbitrator to face criminal charges, Azalina says

Spanish arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa, who controversially ordered Malaysia to pay US$14.92 billion (approximately RM70 billion) to the self-claimed heirs of the defunct Sulu Sultanate, will face charges in the Madrid Court on Dec 11.

Malaysia Says Sultan's Heirs Withdraw Claim on Paris Buildings

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) -Malaysia said the heirs of a former sultan have withdrawn their claims over three Malaysian-owned diplomatic properties in Paris, as part of a $15 billion arbitration dispute between the two sides.

‘Sulu heirs’ withdraw claim on Malaysian assets in France

MALAYSIA created another piece of history after securing a decisive legal victory in the French Court that ends defunct Sulu heirs’ claims over Malaysian government’s diplomatic assets.

Historic victory for Malaysia as French court ends defunct Sulu heirs' claims over Malaysia's diplomatic assets — Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 9): Malaysia created another piece of history after securing a decisive legal victory in the French Court that ends defunct Sulu heirs' claims over Malaysian government's diplomatic assets.

Sulu case: Spanish arbitrator Stampa to face criminal charges in Madrid on Dec 11, says Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 9): Spanish arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa, who controversially ordered Malaysia to pay US$14.92 billion (RM70.01 billion) to self-claimed heirs of the defunct Sulu Sultanate, will face charges in the Madrid Court on Dec 11.

Arbitrator Who Issued $14.9B Award Against Malaysia Indicted

Embattled Spanish arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa will face criminal charges in Madrid

Azalina: After Putrajaya’s win, Sulu claimants drop bid to seize Malaysia’s diplomatic buildings in Paris

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 9 — Malaysia has succeeded in preventing its diplomatic buildings in Paris, France from seizure attempts by the long-defunct Sulu sultanate’s purported heirs, following Paris court victories by Malaysia, minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said today.

Asian International Arbitration Centre and SOAS University of London, Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Centre sign MoU to promote best practice in arbitration

The Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC), Kuala Lumpur, and SOAS University of London, Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Centre (SADRC) have yesterday (Thursday 21 September) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance collaboration and promote best practice in alternative dispute resolution techniques, including arbitration.

LEGAL EXPERTS CONVENE IN LONDON FOR INAUGURAL LONDON INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION COLLOQUIUM 2023

Leading arbitrators and legal experts convened in London on 25 September for the inaugural London International Arbitration Colloquium 2023, to discuss the role of international arbitration involving sovereign states.

Malaysia will not entertain frivolous claims on Sabah by any party

MALAYSIA does not recognise and will not entertain any frivolous claims made by any party including the purported heirs of Sulu sultan on Sabah, Foreign Minister Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said.

LONDON INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION COLLOQUIUM GATHERS LEGAL EXPERTS TO DISCUSS SULU CASE

http://KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama)The London International Arbitration Colloquium organised by the Legal Affairs Division of the Prime Minister’s Department and its collaborating partners today brought together legal and industry experts in discussing and probing the parameters of international arbitration, especially cases involving sovereignity of states like the recent Sulu case involving Malaysia.

SOAS and Asian International Arbitration Centre, Malaysia, sign Memorandum of Understanding and host London International Arbitration Colloquium

LONDON, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC), Kuala Lumpur, and SOAS University of London, Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Centre (SADRC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance collaboration and promote best practice in alternative dispute resolution techniques, including arbitration.

Sulu case: Malaysia seeks to annul US$14.9bil award by Spanish arbitrator, says Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is in the process of obtaining an annulment of the purported final award of US$14.9bil (RM62.59bil) issued by a Spanish arbitrator, Dr Gonzalo Stampa, in the case brought by the purported heirs of the Sulu sultanate, says Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.

Azalina: MoU to promote best practices in arbitration

KUALA LUMPUR: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said on Thursday (Sept 21) witnessed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC) Kuala Lumpur and SOAS (School of African and Oriental Studies) University of London Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Centre (SADRC) in London.

Warrior’s Day 2023, Lahad Datu reflection

Sambutan Hari Pahlawan 2023 di Dataran Pahlawan Negara, Putrajaya

Politicians attacking international arbitration are undermining the rule of law

On both sides of the Atlantic, political leaders are attacking the integrity of international arbitration as a mechanism for resolving disputes, especially between private parties and States.

Sulu claimants exploited a loophole

FRAUD and issue of arbitrability have been an ongoing debate even before the New York Convention 1958 (NYC 1958) which deals with Enforcement of Foreign Arbitration Awards.

Fresh from 'Sulu case' win, Malaysia's law minister turns to domestic reforms

Malaysian law minister Azalina Othman Said, who made history as the country’s first female deputy speaker, is at the forefront of several large and international headline-grabbing developments — including the scrapping of the country’s mandatory death penalty and a June victory in a protracted legal battle that has come to be known as the “Sulu case.”

La justicia de los Países Bajos tampoco reconoce el laudo arbitral favorable a los herederos del sultán de Joló

El Tribunal de Apelación de La Haya (Países Bajos) ha dado este martes una nueva victoria al Gobierno de Malasia, al negarse a reconocer el laudo arbitral favorable a los herederos del sultán de Joló.

Malaysia wins $14.9bn sultan case in Dutch courts

"The Hague Appeals Court today rejected the request of the Philippine nationals for the recognition and enforcement of the final arbitral award in the Netherlands," the court said

Dutch Court Rules in Malaysia’s Favor in Sulu Heirs Case

Malaysia has won another legal victory in its bid to overturn a multi-billion-dollar arbitration award handed down against it last year over an obscure, colonial-era land deal.

Dutch court rules sultan's heirs cannot seize Malaysian assets

THE HAGUE/KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Reuters) - A Dutch court of appeal dismissed on Tuesday a bid by eight descendants of a former sultanate to enforce a $15-billion arbitration award against the Malaysian government, which hailed the decision as a "landmark victory".

Malaysia close to nullifying $15 billion arbitration award after Hague "victory", prime minister says

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Reuters) - Malaysia on Tuesday welcomed the decision by the Hague court of appeal to dismiss a bid by eight descendants of a former sultan to enforce a $15 billion arbitration award they had won against the government of Malaysia.

Malaysia Wins Dutch Case Over Sulu Heirs’ $15 Billion Award

Malaysia doesn’t have to pay around $15 billion linked to a long-running territorial dispute in the Borneo state of Sabah after a Dutch court refused to enforce the arbitration award.

Malasia celebra la "victoria" judicial contra un laudo millonario por el sultanato de Joló

Kuala Lumpur, 27 jun (EFE).- El primer ministro de Malasia, Anwar Ibrahim, celebró este martes que la Corte de Apelaciones de La Haya haya rehusado reconocer un laudo de arbitraje que obligaba al Gobierno malasio a pagar 14.920 millones de dólares a los supuestos herederos del antiguo sultanato de Joló.

Malaysia wins Dutch case over Sulu heirs’ US$15 billion award

Last year, the Filipino heirs to the last sultan of the Philippine region of Sulu were awarded US$14.9 billion by a Paris arbitration court in a long-running dispute

Dutch court blocks enforcement of Malaysia mega-award

The Hague Court of Appeal has refused to enforce a US$15 billion award against Malaysia won by heirs to a sultanate on the island of Borneo – finding that sole arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa lacked capacity to issue the ruling after his appointment was rescinded by the Spanish courts.

“Alguien va a tener que pagar por todo esto. Malasia reclamará una compensación por los daños”

La ministra de Justicia malasia asegura, en conversación con EL PAÍS, que el laudo arbitral a favor de los herederos del sultán de Joló es un fraude

De sultanes, petróleo, fondos oportunistas y un abogado español a la fuga: la increíble historia de un litigio arbitral multimillonario

Los herederos del sultán de Joló reclaman al Estado de Malasia miles de millones de euros por la explotación del norte de la isla de Borneo. El fondo oportunista Therium financia el litigio. El abogado español Gonzalo Stampa se enfrenta a la justicia penal por trasladar el caso de la jurisdicción española a la francesa

Malaysia hails ‘victory’ in row with Sulu sultan’s Filipino heirs

Malaysian government says new ruling by French court could overturn a $14.9bn arbitration award handed to Filipino heirs of the 19th century Sulu sultanate.

Malaysia wins appeal against partial award in $15 billion claim by sultan's heirs

KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 (Reuters) - A Paris court has upheld the Malaysian government's challenge against enforcing a partial award to the heirs of a former sultan who won $15 billion in an arbitration over a colonial-era land deal, Malaysia said late on Tuesday.

Malaysia Notches Win In $14.9B Award Fight With Sulu Heirs

By Caroline Simson (June 6, 2023, 8:47 PM EDT) -- The Paris Court of Appeal on Tuesday overturned the enforcement of jurisdictional award favoring the heirs of the last sultan of Sulu

Malaysia hails ‘decisive victory’ over Sulu sultan’s heirs after French court ruling

Malaysia secured a “decisive victory” in its challenge against a multibillion-dollar territorial claim over the state of Sabah in Malaysian Borneo, the country’s law minister said, after a Paris court ruled the arbitrator involved in granting the award had wrongly upheld their jurisdiction.

Malaysia wins appeal against partial award in $15 billion claim by Sulu sultan’s heirs

KUALA LUMPUR — A Paris court has upheld the Malaysian government’s challenge against enforcing a partial award to the heirs of a former sultan who won $15 billion in an arbitration over a colonial-era land deal, Malaysia said late on Tuesday.

Malaysia wins court fight over Sulu heirs’ $15 billion award

Malaysia won a legal battle in France that will likely cancel an award of about $15 billion over territorial claims related to the present day Borneo state of Sabah.

Malaysia wins Paris court case against $15bn colonial-era land deal

The Malaysian government has achieved a significant victory in a Paris court, which upheld their challenge against enforcing a partial award of US$15 billion to the heirs of a former sultan in an arbitration case concerning a colonial-era land deal. This decision implies that the final award will be annulled, and the descendants’ attempts to seize Malaysian assets will come to an end.

Why Oil-Rich State Sparked $15 Billion Battle Between Malaysia and Philippine ‘Royal Heirs’

Surrounded by three seas, the Malaysian state of Sabah, at the northern end of Borneo island, boasts picturesque beaches, stunning mountains — and a rich supply of palm oil and crude reserves.

Malaysia Wins Court Battle Over $15 Billion Sulu Heirs Award

Malaysia has won a legal battle in France that is likely to lead to the annulment of an award of nearly $15 billion over territorial claims over what is now the state of Sabah on the island of Borneo.

French court upholds Malaysia's appeal against partial award in $15 billion claim by former sultan's heirs

The Malaysian government said on Tuesday the court's decision implied the final award would be annulled and the descendants' efforts to seize Malaysian assets would end.

Revés de Francia al reconocimiento del laudo de 13.315 millones del Sultán de Joló

Un tribunal francés rechaza homologar el laudo de jurisdicción dictado por Gonzalo Stampa. Está pendiente de resolverse la acción de anulación del laudo final de 13.315 millones.

Malaysia overturns enforcement of jurisdictional award in mega-case

A Paris court has overturned an earlier ruling to recognise an award upholding jurisdiction over the US$15 billion claim brought against Malaysia by heirs to a sultanate on the island of Borneo.

FRENCH COURT ANNULS ORDER FOR EXEQUATUR OF PARTIAL JURISDICTIONAL AWARD IN BILLION-DOLLAR DISPUTE BETWEEN MALAYSIA AND THE HEIRS OF THE SULTAN OF SULU, FINDING THAT 1878 ARBITRATION AGREEMENT HAS LAPSED

Malaysia Wins Court Fight Over Sulu Heirs’ $15 Billion Award

Malaysia won a legal battle in France that will likely cancel an award of about $15 billion over territorial claims related to the present day Borneo state of Sabah

Arbitrator in Sulu case facing criminal charges in Spain

Gonzalo Stampa has reportedly been charged with contravening a Madrid court’s decision to annul his appointment as arbitrator.

Sulu claim: Immediate payment of US$16b outrageous with legal proceedings still ongoing, says AGC

PUTRAJAYA, June 3 ― The Malaysian government has denied in full and without limitation the allegations and insinuations in a letter sent by Paul H. Cohen, the lawyer to the party claiming to be the heir of Sultan Jamalul Kiram II (the claimant of the Sulu Group), to the Attorney General Chambers (AGC).

Open letter from the Government of Malaysia (Spanish)

El pasado miércoles, 31 de mayo de 2023, este diario publicaba una carta abierta, firmada por una serie de abogados, en relación con el Sr. Gonzalo Stampa Casas

Madrid Judge Opens Proceedings Against Sultan of Sulu Arbitrator (Spanish)

Un juez de Madrid abre juicio contra el árbitro Gonzalo Stampa por presuntos delitos de desobediencia e intrusismo por uno de los mayores arbitrajes de la historia.

Open letter from the Government of Malaysia (English)

Last Wednesday, May 31, 2023, this newspaper published an open letter, signed by a series of lawyers, in relation to Mr. Gonzalo Stampa Casas

Madrid Judge Opens Proceedings Against Sultan of Sulu Arbitrator (English)

ARBITRATION/Attorney General accuses arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa of criminal offences of persistent contempt and fraudulent exercise of a professional office

Between Malaysia and the descendants of a Borneo sultan, an extravagant $15 billion dispute (French)

Les huit descendants d’un royaume disparu, reprochant à l’Etat malaisien d’avoir rompu un contrat colonial vieux de cent quarante-cinq ans, ont lancé des procédures tous azimuts pour obtenir réparation. Un jugement arbitral a été rendu à Paris en 2022, sur lequel la justice française doit se prononcer ce mardi 6 juin.

Between Malaysia and the descendants of a Borneo sultan, an extravagant $15 billion dispute (English)

The eight descendants of a vanished kingdom, accus ing the Malaysian state of having broken a one hundred and forty five year old colonial contract, have launched all out proceedings to obtain reparation s An arbitration judgment was handed down in Paris in 2022, which the French courts are due to rule on this Tuesday, June 6.

Spanish arbitrator charged over Malaysia mega-award

More than 60 arbitration practitioners have condemned the decision of Spanish authorities to bring criminal charges against Gonzalo Stampa over his role as the arbitrator who issued a US$15 billion award against Malaysia.

South China Sea Tensions Haunted by European Colonialism

The legal case brought by Sulu Sultanate heirs against Malaysia highlights the unexpected links between present day tensions and European colonialism in Southeast Asia.

MP SPEAKS | Sulu award or Sulu fraud?

MP SPEAKS | The case against Malaysia by the self-proclaimed heirs of the so-called Sulu sultan involving a US$14.9 billion (RM62.59 billion) award is ongoing, and defending Malaysia’s sovereignty in court through legal means is one part of the battle.

Decoupling is Happening, So Europe Must Avoid Alienating Allies

Recently, China responded positively to a proposal by the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, to form an Asian Monetary Fund as an alternative to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar. The idea is decades old, but it is now being seized upon those who claim that the role of the USD as a global reserve currency are numbered.

Why Malaysia is vital for the EU’s Asia strategy

The EU needs Malaysia, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), more than ever before to support its common foreign, security and defence policy, as new geopolitical fault lines have emerged, writes Thomas Matussek.

Why Oil-Rich State Sparked $14 Billion Battle Between Malaysia and Philippine ‘Royal Heirs’

Surrounded by three seas, the Malaysian state of Sabah, at the northern end of Borneo island, boasts picturesque beaches, stunning mountains — and a rich supply of palm oil and crude reserves.

Govt launches website to combat Sultan Sulu heir claims

THE government has launched Malaysia-SuluCase.gov.my to provide information and combat disinformation related to the ongoing case of the co-called heirs of Sultan Jamalul Kiram II (Sultan of Sulu) against Malaysia.

Malaysia Lists Sulu Heir as a Terrorist in Claim Over Sabah

Malaysia has classified one of the self-styled descendants of the sultanate of Sulu as a terrorist, as part of measures to safeguard national sovereignty amid a territorial dispute between the two parties.

Lahad Datu Standoff: Who Has Rightful Claims Over Sabah - Malaysia Or Sulu? | Insight | Full Episode

It has been 10 years since the Lahad Datu-standoff, where armed militia from Sulu invaded the Malaysian State of Sabah. The month-long confrontation left 71 dead and led to tightened security in Malaysia’s easternmost state.

Paris court upholds Malaysia’s stay on Sulu heirs award

A Luxembourg district court issued new orders to seize holdings and assets belonging to Malaysian energy giant Petronas in mid-February

French court upholds Malaysia's stay on award to Sulu claimants

The Paris Court of Appeal has upheld Malaysia’s stay on the enforcement of a purported final award to the Sulu claimants.

Govt to organise overseas tours to explain Sulu claims - DPM

KOTA BARU: The government will hold a roadshow overseas to explain the Sulu sultanate's claims against Sabah and Malaysia.

Govt to check if Malaysians helped with Sulu suits

Azalina Othman Said said any help given to the group of self-proclaimed Sulu heirs would be considered treasonous.

Tuntutan waris Sulu: Malaysia sedang siasat kesahihan pihak dakwa waris Sultan Sulu - Zambry

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia sedang menyiasat kesahihan pihak yang mendakwa waris Sultan Sulu bagi mematahkan tuntutan daripada kumpulan yang mendakwa sebagai waris Sulu

Malaysia plans to take Sulu sultan’s heirs to court over Sabah seizure claims

KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia intends to bring the self-styled descendants of the sultanate of Sulu before a court after a territorial dispute between the two parties led to bailiffs appearing at Malaysia’s embassy and its employees’ homes in Paris on Monday.

Malaysia government to summon Sulu sultan’s heirs in dispute over Paris properties

Government to summon to court descendants of former sultan in dispute over 3 properties in Paris after heirs’ efforts to enforce US$15 billion arbitration award

Malaysia Plans to Take Sulu Heirs to Court Over Seizure Claims

Malaysia intends to bring the self-styled descendants of the sultanate of Sulu before a court, after a territorial dispute between the two parties led to bailiffs appearing at the Southeast Asian nation’s embassy and staff residence in Paris on Monday.

Exclusive: After $15 bln award, sultan's heirs target Malaysian properties in Paris

KUALA LUMPUR, March 7 (Reuters) - French bailiffs attempted to enforce a seizure order on three Paris properties owned by the Malaysian government in a case linked to a $15 billion court award to descendants of a former sultan, according to the heirs' lawyers and court documents seen by Reuters.

Marcos, Anwar seek in-depth talk on Sabah

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Malaysia have agreed to hold in-depth discussions on their territorial dispute over Sabah, President Marcos said over the weekend.

Malaysia will use all its might, resources to fight Sulu ‘heirs’ claims, Azalina declares

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — Law Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said today the coalition government led by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will use all of its powers and resources to block the bid to seize any national assets by parties claiming to be heirs of the now-defunct Sulu Sultanate.

French court decision in June to provide clarity on Malaysia’s dispute over self-proclaimed Sulu heirs’ US$15b arbitration claim

KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 28): A successful appeal by Malaysia in France against the claims of the self-proclaimed Sulu heirs would support the government’s global strategy to stave off the US$14.92 billion dispute.

‘Respect our sovereignty’, Malaysia tells European courts handling Sulu claim by Philippine heirs

Malaysia’s law minister on Tuesday urged European jurisdictions handling a claim by heirs of a defunct Filipino sultanate to respect its sovereignty, as a colonial-era land deal involving the East Malaysian state of Sabah continues to vex the new government.

Govt forms special secretariat to tackle Sulu Sultanate claims

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has formed a special secretariat to tackle the Sulu Sultanate's claims against the Malaysian government.

Malaysia Says It Hasn’t Got Formal Notice on Sulu Seizure Claims

Malaysia’s law minister on Friday said the government hasn’t received a formal notice of an attempt to seize the Southeast Asian country’s assets in Luxembourg by descendants of the sultanate of Sulu.

Spanish Constitutional Court rejects Sulu heirs’ appeal

KOTA KINABALU — The Spanish Constitutional Court has thrown out an appeal by the self-claimed heirs of the defunct Sulu Sultanate to reinstate controversial Dr. Gonzalo Stampa as an arbitrator.

Spanish court dismisses appeal by alleged heirs of Sulu Sultan over Sabah issue

KUALA LUMPUR: A Spanish Constitutional Court has dismissed an appeal by a group of individuals claiming to be heirs of the Sultan of Sulu in relation to their compensation of Sabah.

Azalina: No real addresses by 'Sulu heirs' was why Luxembourg court cancelled Petronas assets seizure

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 — The failure by a group of individuals — who insist that they are allegedly the "heirs" of the Sulu sultan — to disclose their actual addresses was the reason why a Luxembourg court had set aside an order to seize Petronas assets there, the law minister said today.

Malaysia says Luxembourg court sets aside request to enforce $15 bln arbitration award

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Reuters) - Malaysia's law minister on Thursday said a Luxembourg court had set aside an attempt made by the heirs of a former sultanate to enforce a $15 billion arbitration award they won against Malaysia.

Court Sets Aside Action on Claim Over Malaysia’s Sabah Territory

A district court in Luxembourg set aside a legal action requested by the descendants of the sultanate of Sulu to enforce Malaysia to pay 62.69 billion ringgit ($14.92 billion), a government minister said in a statement Thursday.