Politics · Malaysia Bureau
Remove disloyal ministers, Muhyiddin advises PM Anwar
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to sack Cabinet members who are not aligned with his administration, warning they could undermine government policies. The call comes amid ongoing tensions within the ruling coalition.
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Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, president of Bersatu, has cautioned Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim that retaining Cabinet ministers who do not share the government's vision risks sabotaging key policies and initiatives.
The former prime minister's remarks underscore persistent concerns about cohesion within the current administration, particularly regarding the alignment of ministerial priorities with the government's broader agenda.
Muhyiddin's comments reflect longstanding debates within Malaysian politics about the importance of Cabinet unity and the challenges of managing coalition governments where member parties may have divergent interests or objectives.
The warning suggests tensions remain within the ruling coalition as it navigates policy implementation and manages competing interests among its constituent parties. Such friction has historically complicated governance in Malaysia, where coalition-based administrations require careful balance among multiple stakeholders.
The issue of ministerial accountability and alignment with prime ministerial direction continues to be a focal point in discussions about government effectiveness and policy delivery in Malaysia.