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Ong resigns as DAP member

The former Bangi MP says he is not planning to join any other party for the time being, but will assist Khairy Jamaluddin if he stands for election.

Ong resigns as DAP member

Former Bangi MP Ong Kian Ming has resigned from the Democratic Action Party (DAP) without providing a reason. Ong, who joined the party in 2012, had served in various party positions and held the role of deputy international trade and industry minister. In his resignation letter to DAP secretary-general Loke Siew Fook, Ong stated that he is not planning to join another party in the near future and will not seek election in the next general election (GE16).

Despite his departure, Ong remains committed to fulfilling his promise to support Khairy Jamaluddin's campaign if given a seat to run in the GE16. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to the party and the country in various capacities, including as an MP, deputy minister, and DAP executive committee member.

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