Across asia: Malaysia
China Daily | Updated: 2007-01-30 07:33
PM's $50m jet order sparks row
Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi kicked up a storm on Monday after ordering a new $50-million luxury jet despite a promise to rein in spending since he took office three years ago.
The Airbus A319, ordered by state leasing firm Penerbangan Malaysia Bhd, will be used by the prime minister, the king and other top leaders, said a source close to the deal.
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