{
  "id": 20137344,
  "title": "Loke's resignation not a hasty decision, says Teo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/lokes-resignation-not-a-hasty-decision-says-teo",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-15T07:34:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/11/1578346/lokes-resignation-not-hasty-decision-says-teo"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Anthony Loke's resignation as transport minister was not an impulsive decision, but rather a consistent stance he had held for months, according to DAP vice-chairman Teo Nie Ching. While the move posed a challenge for the party, Loke's unwavering commitment to his principles demonstrated his dedication to safeguarding the party's position. As Johor DAP chairman, Teo highlighted Loke's substantial contributions to the nation's transport sector during his time, specifically in bolstering logistics and rail services. Teo expressed deep emotional impact upon a leader who resigned to adhere to his principles. She emphasized the significant impact of Loke's work while leading the Transport Ministry at the 2026 Johor DAP state annual convention. Earlier, on Tuesday, Loke submitted his resignation from the cabinet, effective immediately, following a Kuala Lumpur High Court ruling permitting former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest. Despite this, Loke stated that he and fellow DAP MPs remained supportive of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's leadership. Anwar announced on Friday that he had not yet reached a decision and would consult with others regarding Loke's resignation, following receipt of an official letter from the DAP leader.",
  "summary": "KLUANG: Anthony Loke's resignation as transport minister was not a hasty decision, but a consistent stand he had maintained for months, said DAP vice-chairman Teo Nie Ching.",
  "key_points": [
    "Loke's resignation was not hasty but consistent stance for months.",
    "Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching praised Loke's contributions.",
    "Loke resigned following court ruling allowing Najib Razak's house arrest."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Loke’s departure signals a principled stand against recent judicial rulings, forcing the DAP and the Prime Minister to navigate a sudden leadership vacuum within the transport ministry.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Bernama",
        "title": "Politics : Anthony Loke's Resignation Not A Hasty Decision - Teo",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/politics-anthony-lokes-resignation-not-a-hasty-decision-teo",
        "published": "2026-11-15T04:16:51.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}