Negeri Sembilan mulls deputy exco posts
Menteri besar Ismail Lasim says the proposed posts could accommodate assemblymen from BN, PAS and Wawasan.
Negeri Sembilan's Chief Minister Ismail Lasim is contemplating the introduction of deputy executive councillor positions for several portfolios, as part of initiatives to bolster the state administration. The proposed roles could be occupied by assemblymen from Barisan Nasional, PAS, and Wawasan component parties. Lasim stated that there may be a shortage of executive councillor positions, thus the need for deputy exco roles in critical portfolios.
The proposal is a novel strategy for the state's administration, though the exact number of deputy exco slots remains undecided. The appointment of senior exco members is also pending finalization, despite legal provisions for such appointments. The exco composition is anticipated to be disclosed by Friday, at the latest by Monday.
Lasim, 67, commenced his duties at the Chief Minister's office in Seremban this morning, greeted by the state secretary and department heads. He was sworn in as Chief Minister on Sunday, alongside the Yang di-Pertuan Besar, before the state election on Saturday, where Barisan Nasional secured 18 seats, Perikatan Nasional obtained seven, and Pakatan Harapan earned the remaining 11.
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