Anwar coy on Cabinet reshuffle amid speculation on Loke, Amir Hamzah

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim refrained from commenting on the potential Cabinet reshuffle when asked by reporters today. (Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Bernama photo) In Kuala Lumpur, Anwar remained tight-lipped regarding the speculation surrounding Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook's anticipated departure and Finance Minister II Amir Hamzah Azizan's uncertain future.

The Prime Minister stated that it was too early to confirm any changes to the Cabinet following his attendance at the International Construction Week exhibition. Anwar was responding to a Utusan Malaysia report suggesting a possible reshuffle involving two ministers. Loke's resignation occurred in late September following the granting of a conditional pardon to former Prime Minister Najib Razak, allowing him to serve the remainder of his corruption sentence under house arrest.

The RM50 million fine, a prerequisite for Najib's house arrest, had been paid, but the Attorney-General's Chambers had requested a deferment while awaiting clarification from the High Court on the discharge order. Anwar also mentioned that he had not yet received any communication from Amir regarding his senate term, which concludes in December. Amir was appointed to the Dewan Negara on December 12, 2023.