Premature to discuss Loke’s replacement, says DAP leader
Syahredzan Johan says the DAP secretary-general’s resignation as transport minister has yet to take effect as Najib Razak has not started serving the balance of his jail sentence under house arrest.
DAP vice-chairman Syahredzan Johan has cautioned against premature discussions regarding a replacement for party secretary-general Loke Siew Fook, who is set to resign from the Cabinet following his resignation. The vice-chairman emphasized that the composition of the Cabinet ultimately rests with the prime minister. Current transport minister Loke was appointed in 2022 and tendered his resignation in September after receiving a conditional pardon from former Prime Minister Najib Razak.
However, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged Loke to continue his duties until Najib's release. The conditional pardon, which involved a reduced fine of RM50 million, was granted by Sultan Ibrahim following a crowdfunding initiative. Loke's resignation becomes effective upon Najib's return home.
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