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8A. “Proper use of privileges and immunities

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(1)

The privileges and immunities conferred under this Act are granted in the interests of the international organization and overseas organization and not for the personal benefit of the individuals.

(2)

The appropriate authority of the respective international organization and overseas organization shall have the right and the duty to waive the privileges and immunities of any of its representatives, officials or experts in any case where, in its opinion, such privileges and immunities would impede the course of justice and could be waived without prejudice to the interests of the international organization and overseas organization.

(3)

The international organization and overseas organization shall co-operate at all times with the appropriate authorities in Malaysia to—

(a)

facilitate the proper administration of justice;

(b)

secure the compliance of all domestic legislation;

and

(c)

prevent the occurrence of any abuse in connection with the privileges and immunities conferred under this Act.”.

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