[KiniNews] Newly elected DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng is taking the high road after yesterday’s internal polls saw his influence in the party waning.Addressing supporters, he urged them to unite behind DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke and strengthen the party."Congratulations to Loke for becoming our secretary-general again and to Gobind Singh Deo for being the newly appointed chairperson. Wishing both every success and rest assured we will unite under Loke. Let’s keep moving forward together to make DAP stronger!" he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has called on the government to table a constitutional amendment bill to limit the prime minister's tenure to two terms or a maximum of 10 years.Its chairperson Muhammad Faisal Aziz said the upcoming parliament sitting is the best time for the government to table the bill.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Newly elected DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng is taking the high road after yesterday’s internal polls saw his influence in the party waning.Addressing supporters, he urged them to unite behind DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke and strengthen the party."Congratulations to Loke for becoming our secretary-general again and to Gobind Singh Deo for being the newly appointed chairperson. Wishing both every success and rest assured we will unite under Loke. Let’s keep moving forward together to make DAP stronger!" he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has called on the government to table a constitutional amendment bill to limit the prime minister's tenure to two terms or a maximum of 10 years.Its chairperson Muhammad Faisal Aziz said the upcoming parliament sitting is the best time for the government to table the bill.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Unite under Loke to make DAP stronger, says Guan Eng; Table PM term limit bill- Bersih

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has arrived at the MACC headquarters to continue giving his statement in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case linked to him.The vehicle carrying the ninth prime minister arrived at 9.52am, marking his fourth appearance at the MACC headquarters.

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has arrived at the MACC headquarters to continue giving his statement in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case linked to him.The vehicle carrying the ninth prime minister arrived at 9.52am, marking his fourth appearance at the MACC headquarters.

Ismail Sabri back at MACC HQ to give statement

Bersih has called on the government to table a constitutional amendment bill to limit the prime minister's tenure to two terms or a maximum of 10 years.Its chairperson Muhammad Faisal Aziz  said the upcoming parliament sitting is the best time for the government to table the bill.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had previously hinted that he will not remain at the helm of the federal administration beyond two terms or a maximum of 10 years.In his speech at the 18th National DAP Congress, Anwar agreed with a proposed reform to limit the prime minister's time in office to only two terms.

Bersih has called on the government to table a constitutional amendment bill to limit the prime minister's tenure to two terms or a maximum of 10 years.Its chairperson Muhammad Faisal Aziz said the upcoming parliament sitting is the best time for the government to table the bill.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had previously hinted that he will not remain at the helm of the federal administration beyond two terms or a maximum of 10 years.In his speech at the 18th National DAP Congress, Anwar agreed with a proposed reform to limit the prime minister's time in office to only two terms.

Bersih calls on govt to table bill to limit PM term

After being asked a few questions at the press conference yesterday, former DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng, who was elected the party’s national adviser declined to respond, saying that it was “Loke’s night”. “I will answer you another day, but tonight, the moment is Loke’s. We have to stay united under Loke’s leadership,” he said.

After being asked a few questions at the press conference yesterday, former DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng, who was elected the party’s national adviser declined to respond, saying that it was “Loke’s night”. “I will answer you another day, but tonight, the moment is Loke’s. We have to stay united under Loke’s leadership,” he said.

'Tonight, the moment belongs to Anthony Loke' - Guan Eng

Anthony Loke has been re-elected as the DAP secretary-general by the party’s new central executive committee.“There is no reshuffle today,” he joked after announcing his re-election during the press conference to cap off the DAP election yesterday.Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo was elected chairperson by the 30-member CEC, with Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming as his deputy.Former DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng was elected the party’s national adviser.

Anthony Loke has been re-elected as the DAP secretary-general by the party’s new central executive committee.“There is no reshuffle today,” he joked after announcing his re-election during the press conference to cap off the DAP election yesterday.Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo was elected chairperson by the 30-member CEC, with Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming as his deputy.Former DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng was elected the party’s national adviser.

Loke remains as DAP sec-gen, Gobind new chairperson, Guan Eng adviser

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo bagged the most votes in the DAP central executive committee elections with 2,785 votes.Incumbent DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke, meanwhile, came in fifth with 2,508 votes.Incumbent DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng was in 26th place with 1,719 votes.

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo bagged the most votes in the DAP central executive committee elections with 2,785 votes.Incumbent DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke, meanwhile, came in fifth with 2,508 votes.Incumbent DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng was in 26th place with 1,719 votes.

DAP polls: Gobind bags most votes; Guan Eng in, Hui Ying, Teresa out

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has hinted that he will not remain at the helm of the federal administration beyond two terms or a maximum of 10 years.In his speech at the 18th National DAP Congress, Anwar agreed with a proposed reform to limit the prime minister's time in office to only two terms.Full Story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/737449Video Source: https://youtube.com/live/zi0LESUi164#anwaribrahim #DAP #PH #PKR #unitygovernment #reform #kininews

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has hinted that he will not remain at the helm of the federal administration beyond two terms or a maximum of 10 years.In his speech at the 18th National DAP Congress, Anwar agreed with a proposed reform to limit the prime minister's time in office to only two terms.Full Story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/737449Video Source: https://youtube.com/live/zi0LESUi164#anwaribrahim #DAP #PH #PKR #unitygovernment #reform #kininews

'If up to me, I will not stay past 10 years in office' - Anwar quips on PM term limit

[KiniNews] Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar was charged under the MACC Act at the Shah Alam Sessions Court this morning.The 42-year-old senior journalist claimed trial to the charge under Section 16(a)(A) of the Act, which carries a maximum prison term of up to 20 years and a fine not less than five times the amount of bribe accepted.Nantha, who has exposed numerous migrant worker syndicates in the past, has denied the allegation of accepting a RM20,000 bribe from a Pakistani agent.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob was at the MACC headquarters today for another round of questioning in a corruption and money laundering investigation against him.Ismail Sabri is being investigated over alleged corruption and money laundering related to the expenditure and procurement of funds for the promotion and publicity of the Keluarga Malaysia programme during his tenure from August 2021 to November 2022.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar was charged under the MACC Act at the Shah Alam Sessions Court this morning.The 42-year-old senior journalist claimed trial to the charge under Section 16(a)(A) of the Act, which carries a maximum prison term of up to 20 years and a fine not less than five times the amount of bribe accepted.Nantha, who has exposed numerous migrant worker syndicates in the past, has denied the allegation of accepting a RM20,000 bribe from a Pakistani agent.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob was at the MACC headquarters today for another round of questioning in a corruption and money laundering investigation against him.Ismail Sabri is being investigated over alleged corruption and money laundering related to the expenditure and procurement of funds for the promotion and publicity of the Keluarga Malaysia programme during his tenure from August 2021 to November 2022.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Malaysiakini reporter claims trial to bribery charge; Ismail Sabri back at MACC HQ

Umno Supreme Council member Puad Zarkashi has fired a salvo at DAP's Teresa Kok today over the controversy surrounding the MACC probe into two of her former officers.According to Puad, the DAP vice-chairperson had set the wrong priorities when she was more concerned about the case's impact on her chances in the upcoming DAP central executive committee (CEC) polls.

Umno Supreme Council member Puad Zarkashi has fired a salvo at DAP's Teresa Kok today over the controversy surrounding the MACC probe into two of her former officers.According to Puad, the DAP vice-chairperson had set the wrong priorities when she was more concerned about the case's impact on her chances in the upcoming DAP central executive committee (CEC) polls.

Teresa Kok had the wrong priorities, says Puad

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is set to appear before the International Criminal Court in the Netherlands today.Duterte, who landed in the Netherlands on Wednesday, is accused of crimes against humanity amid the war on drugs during his time in power.

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is set to appear before the International Criminal Court in the Netherlands today.Duterte, who landed in the Netherlands on Wednesday, is accused of crimes against humanity amid the war on drugs during his time in power.

Former Philippine president Duterte to appear before ICC for first time

Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar was charged under the MACC Act at the Shah Alam Sessions Court this morning.The 42-year-old senior journalist claimed trial to the charge under Section 16(a)(A) of the Act, which carries a maximum prison term of up to 20 years and a fine not less than five times the amount of bribe accepted.Nantha, who has exposed numerous migrant worker syndicates in the past, has denied the allegation of accepting a RM20,000 bribe from a Pakistani agent.

Malaysiakini journalist B Nantha Kumar was charged under the MACC Act at the Shah Alam Sessions Court this morning.The 42-year-old senior journalist claimed trial to the charge under Section 16(a)(A) of the Act, which carries a maximum prison term of up to 20 years and a fine not less than five times the amount of bribe accepted.Nantha, who has exposed numerous migrant worker syndicates in the past, has denied the allegation of accepting a RM20,000 bribe from a Pakistani agent.

Malaysiakini reporter claims trial to bribery charge

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob arrived at the MACC headquarters at around 8.46am today for another round of questioning in a corruption and money laundering investigation against him.Ismail Sabri is being investigated over alleged corruption and money laundering related to the expenditure and procurement of funds for the promotion and publicity of the Keluarga Malaysia programme during his tenure from August 2021 to November 2022.

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob arrived at the MACC headquarters at around 8.46am today for another round of questioning in a corruption and money laundering investigation against him.Ismail Sabri is being investigated over alleged corruption and money laundering related to the expenditure and procurement of funds for the promotion and publicity of the Keluarga Malaysia programme during his tenure from August 2021 to November 2022.

Ismail Sabri returns to MACC HQ to continue giving statement

PKR’s Hassan Abdul Karim said that the RM1.1 billion cash injection given to Sapura Energy Bhd fit the literal definition of a “bail out” despite the government stating otherwise.The Pasir Gudang MP referred to the Cambridge Dictionary, noting that “bail out” is an English term and that its closest equivalent in Malay would be “menyelamatkan (to save)”.

PKR’s Hassan Abdul Karim said that the RM1.1 billion cash injection given to Sapura Energy Bhd fit the literal definition of a “bail out” despite the government stating otherwise.The Pasir Gudang MP referred to the Cambridge Dictionary, noting that “bail out” is an English term and that its closest equivalent in Malay would be “menyelamatkan (to save)”.

RM1.1b for Sapura Energy is a bailout, says Hassan Karim

The whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal underwent nearly 11 hours of questioning - from 10am to nearly 9pm at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya yesterday.According to the 36-year-old businessperson, the investigating officers informed him that the interview linked the nine videos and the trove of WhatsApp messages he exposed in connection with the scandal had concluded.

The whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal underwent nearly 11 hours of questioning - from 10am to nearly 9pm at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya yesterday.According to the 36-year-old businessperson, the investigating officers informed him that the interview linked the nine videos and the trove of WhatsApp messages he exposed in connection with the scandal had concluded.

Sabah whistleblower quizzed for 11 hours

Malaysiakini reporter B Nantha Kumar arrived at the Shah Alam Sessions Court at around 8.50am, where he is set to be charged over allegations of receiving a RM20,000 bribe.Nantha, has previously denied the allegation of accepting a RM20,000 bribe from a Pakistani agent.

Malaysiakini reporter B Nantha Kumar arrived at the Shah Alam Sessions Court at around 8.50am, where he is set to be charged over allegations of receiving a RM20,000 bribe.Nantha, has previously denied the allegation of accepting a RM20,000 bribe from a Pakistani agent.

Malaysiakini journalist arrives at Shah Alam court, to be charged today

[KiniNews] Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob left the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya at about 3pm today after spending more than four hours answering investigators’ questions regarding alleged corruption linked to the “Keluarga Malaysia” government project.Lawyer Ragunath Kesavan told Malaysiakini that the statement recording session will continue tomorrow, where Ismail Sabri is expected to meet the investigating officers again at 10am.On March 3rd, MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki reportedly said Ismail Sabri was a suspect in the investigation following the discovery of about RM170 million in various currencies and 16kg of gold bars in a safe house.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism (C4) today slammed MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki for naming the whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal.C4 condemned Azam's actions as "sheer negligence", adding that this would undermine any protection granted to the whistleblower in the future.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob left the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya at about 3pm today after spending more than four hours answering investigators’ questions regarding alleged corruption linked to the “Keluarga Malaysia” government project.Lawyer Ragunath Kesavan told Malaysiakini that the statement recording session will continue tomorrow, where Ismail Sabri is expected to meet the investigating officers again at 10am.On March 3rd, MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki reportedly said Ismail Sabri was a suspect in the investigation following the discovery of about RM170 million in various currencies and 16kg of gold bars in a safe house.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism (C4) today slammed MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki for naming the whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal.C4 condemned Azam's actions as "sheer negligence", adding that this would undermine any protection granted to the whistleblower in the future.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: MACC to continue grilling Ismail Sabri tomorrow; C4 slams Azam for naming whistleblower

The Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism (C4) today slammed MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki for naming the whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal."The risk that this whistleblower has taken in seeking to come forward with his story is clear, yet authorities seem to have completely disregarded his safety and security — with Azam’s disclosure only increasing the threat posed to the whistleblower for his actions," it said.

The Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism (C4) today slammed MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki for naming the whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal."The risk that this whistleblower has taken in seeking to come forward with his story is clear, yet authorities seem to have completely disregarded his safety and security — with Azam’s disclosure only increasing the threat posed to the whistleblower for his actions," it said.

C4 hits out at Azam for revealing full name of Sabah whistleblower

Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob left the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters in Putrajaya at 3.13pm today.Ismail Sabri spent around five hours giving his statement to the MACC, he is expected to be returning to the MACC HQ tomorrow.

Former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob left the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters in Putrajaya at 3.13pm today.Ismail Sabri spent around five hours giving his statement to the MACC, he is expected to be returning to the MACC HQ tomorrow.

MACC quizzes Ismail Sabri for 5 hours, to continue questioning tomorrow

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has hit back at critics of the government's RM1.1 billion cash injection into debt-ridden Sapura Energy Bhd.Stressing that the funding is to be exclusively used to repay vendors, Anwar lamented that he would have been lambasted whether Putrajaya had stepped in with its assistance or not.Anwar, who is also the finance minister, admitted that while the government is aware of issues plaguing Sapura Energy, it considered against punishing the vendors as they were not in the wrong.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has hit back at critics of the government's RM1.1 billion cash injection into debt-ridden Sapura Energy Bhd.Stressing that the funding is to be exclusively used to repay vendors, Anwar lamented that he would have been lambasted whether Putrajaya had stepped in with its assistance or not.Anwar, who is also the finance minister, admitted that while the government is aware of issues plaguing Sapura Energy, it considered against punishing the vendors as they were not in the wrong.

Anwar hits back at critics, says RM1.1b is for Sapura to repay local vendors

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has urged MACC to cancel its plan to charge Malaysiakini reporter B Nantha Kumar with bribery.This followed MACC’s notice to Nantha yesterday, telling the journalist to appear at the Shah Alam Sessions Court on Friday.In condemning the decision, CPJ Asia programme coordinator Beh Lih Yi said, “Journalists must be free to uncover wrongdoing and corruption.”

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has urged MACC to cancel its plan to charge Malaysiakini reporter B Nantha Kumar with bribery.This followed MACC’s notice to Nantha yesterday, telling the journalist to appear at the Shah Alam Sessions Court on Friday.In condemning the decision, CPJ Asia programme coordinator Beh Lih Yi said, “Journalists must be free to uncover wrongdoing and corruption.”

MACC should drop their charges against Malaysiakini reporter, says press group

The businessperson who revealed the damning videos and WhatsApp messages of Sabah assemblypersons was questioned for more than five hours at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya.He told Malaysiakini that the session started at 11.30am and ended at 5pm. His lawyer, Mahajoth Singh, was present throughout the session.

The businessperson who revealed the damning videos and WhatsApp messages of Sabah assemblypersons was questioned for more than five hours at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya.He told Malaysiakini that the session started at 11.30am and ended at 5pm. His lawyer, Mahajoth Singh, was present throughout the session.

MACC quizzes whistleblower in Sabah scandal for more than five hours

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said he has advised Tengku Zafrul Aziz not to make a hasty decision about leaving the party for PKR.This followed rumours about the Umno supreme council member contemplating joining the party of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said he has advised Tengku Zafrul Aziz not to make a hasty decision about leaving the party for PKR.This followed rumours about the Umno supreme council member contemplating joining the party of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Zahid advises Zafrul to not be hasty in switching from Umno to PKR

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob arrived at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya at around 9.45am today.The MACC will be recording Ismail Sabri's statement in relation to a corruption and money laundering probe.This came after several delays due to his health.

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob arrived at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya at around 9.45am today.The MACC will be recording Ismail Sabri's statement in relation to a corruption and money laundering probe.This came after several delays due to his health.

Ismail Sabri arrives at MACC headquarters to have statement recorded

Umno has reiterated that the discovery of RM170 million in cash and gold bars in MACC’s Keluarga Malaysia probe that implicated former premier Ismail Sabri Yaakob has nothing to do with the party.Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi repeated the party’s stand that it is leaving the matter to the MACC for the graftbusters to conduct a fair and transparent investigation.

Umno has reiterated that the discovery of RM170 million in cash and gold bars in MACC’s Keluarga Malaysia probe that implicated former premier Ismail Sabri Yaakob has nothing to do with the party.Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi repeated the party’s stand that it is leaving the matter to the MACC for the graftbusters to conduct a fair and transparent investigation.

Ismail Sabri case: Umno has nothing to do with the seized cash, gold bars, says Zahid

[KiniNews] The whistleblower who exposed the corruption scandal in Sabah is unfazed at having his full name revealed by MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki.He refused to dwell on whether it was intentional and stressed that he is “prepared to go all the way”.Yesterday, former MACC chief commissioner Latheefa Koya identified the whistleblower who was exposed only as “Albert”, withholding his full name to protect him.However, hours later, Azam disclosed his surname to the media at a press conference in Kota Kinabalu.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Malaysiakini reporter B Nantha Kumar is set to be charged at the Putrajaya Magistrate’s Court this Friday over allegations of receiving a RM20,000 bribe.Nantha, who has denied the accusation, was informed this afternoon by MACC that he would face charges.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] The whistleblower who exposed the corruption scandal in Sabah is unfazed at having his full name revealed by MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki.He refused to dwell on whether it was intentional and stressed that he is “prepared to go all the way”.Yesterday, former MACC chief commissioner Latheefa Koya identified the whistleblower who was exposed only as “Albert”, withholding his full name to protect him.However, hours later, Azam disclosed his surname to the media at a press conference in Kota Kinabalu.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Malaysiakini reporter B Nantha Kumar is set to be charged at the Putrajaya Magistrate’s Court this Friday over allegations of receiving a RM20,000 bribe.Nantha, who has denied the accusation, was informed this afternoon by MACC that he would face charges.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Whistleblower unfazed as Azam names him; Mkini journo to be charged Friday

Umno acting president Mohamad Hasan shared a couple of political predictions during a ceramah in Sandakan last night.According to Mohamad, the 15th General Election will take place before December 2020, and Dr Mahathir Mohamad will not allow Anwar Ibrahim to succeed him as prime minister.However, in a special interview with the media ahead of Harapan's first anniversary, Mahathir once again shot down speculation on whether Anwar would succeed him and went on further to state that Anwar will be given a free hand as prime minister.

Umno acting president Mohamad Hasan shared a couple of political predictions during a ceramah in Sandakan last night.According to Mohamad, the 15th General Election will take place before December 2020, and Dr Mahathir Mohamad will not allow Anwar Ibrahim to succeed him as prime minister.However, in a special interview with the media ahead of Harapan's first anniversary, Mahathir once again shot down speculation on whether Anwar would succeed him and went on further to state that Anwar will be given a free hand as prime minister.

Tok Mat: Dr M won't let Anwar become PM