Minor Cabinet reshuffle of DAP leaders expected after Loke’s exit
Analyst Azmi Hassan says one of the four DAP ministers may act as transport minister in the interim, while James Chin says the next senior-most DAP leader could be moved to the role.
DAP anticipates a minor Cabinet reshuffle of its leaders in the wake of secretary-general Loke Siew Fook's resignation as transport minister. Analysts predict that one of the four current DAP ministers—Gobind Singh Deo, Steven Sim, Nga Kor Ming, or Hannah Yeoh—could temporarily assume the transport portfolio. Meanwhile, a deputy minister or even a newly-appointed full minister could step into Loke's shoes.
James Chin from the University of Tasmania suggests Anwar Ibrahim can easily appoint a successor from among DAP's capable MPs. Meanwhile, Chin admits Loke's resignation over Najib Razak's house arrest was a "big mistake" since the party and the Pakatan Harapan government have no say in the matter. He argues that DAP should prioritize political reforms over this issue.
However, Azmi Hassan contends that Loke should honor his resignation pledge, as his delay has put the government on the defensive in the Melaka state election campaign.
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