A Malaysian woman jailed for eight years for abusing her Indonesian maid has had her sentence increased after appealing to the High Court.
The case came to light when Siti Hajar, the 35-year-old Indonesian maid, escaped from Hau Yuan Tyng's house and sought help from the Indonesian embassy.
Photos of her injuries were broadcast on television channels and provoked outrage.
Hau Yuan Tyng was convicted last year of inflicting injuries on her maid using hot water, scissors and a hammer.The woman had been trying to get her sentence overturned, but was instead given an additional three years.
Judge Ghazali Cha said Ms Hau had shown no remorse.
"Maids should not be used as slaves. They have feelings and need to be protected, moreover it involves relations between the two neighbouring countries," he said.
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