Anwar questions Opposition priorities: ‘No salary, they’re angry; those who steal, they don’t mention’
SHAH ALAM, Sept 26 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today questioned the federal Opposition’s prior...
On September 26, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed his skepticism about the federal Opposition's priorities, criticizing MPs for their focus on his refusal to accept a prime ministerial salary while overlooking those who allegedly steal large sums of money. Anwar recounted a previous encounter with Opposition MPs in Parliament who questioned how he could support himself without taking his salary.
He clarified that he receives an allowance and does not fall under the B40 category, but also noted that he does not take a salary. During a gathering with Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) alumni and students, Anwar questioned the Opposition's priorities, pointing out that they "sibuk" (busy) with anger over his salary refusal but do not mention those who "sakau" (steal) large sums of money.
The audience laughed at his remark. Anwar did not elaborate on specific targets within the Opposition. Last month, Anwar used the term "sakau" in reference to alleged financial mismanagement at the Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH), following the government's release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report on the pilgrims' fund. The Prime Minister has consistently declined to accept his salary as Prime Minister and Finance Minister since November 2022, while still receiving his allowance as Tambun MP.
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