KOTA KINABALU, June 18 -- The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will charge two Sabah assemblymen and a civilian in court this month over a corruption scandal involving mining licenses in the state, according to Sinar Harian.

MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki told reporters that the individuals are in the process of being arrested and notified about their court dates.

"There are two suspects who are state assemblymen and one civilian. We are in the process of arresting them and informing them of their court dates," Azam was quoted as saying by Sinar Harian.

"I cannot reveal the exact date yet, but I can confirm they will be charged in court this month," he was quoted as saying.

The impending charges are believed to be linked to a...