Negeri Sembilan exco lineup to be finalised by Friday, says MB
Ismail Lasim says he will meet with BN chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to seek his views on the composition of the state executive council.
Negeri Sembilan's new chief minister, Ismail Lasim, announced that the state cabinet, or executive council, lineup will likely be finalized by Friday. During his first press conference after assuming office, Ismail stated that discussions with the Barisan Nasional leadership would precede the presentation of the proposed lineup to the Yang Di Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz.
The Umno president, Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, is also set to meet with Ismail to share his perspectives on the proposed council composition, including the potential inclusion of PN state elected representatives. The chief minister emphasized that the aim is to finalize the arrangement by Friday, if time allows. Ismail, who is a Juasseh assemblyman, reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining the existing 10-member structure for the state administration, as it has been the previous practice.
He highlighted that the welfare and well-being of the people will be the state government's top priority during his administration.
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