TLDR;
The Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, has publicly defended the appointment of Hanah Yo as the new Minister of Federal Territories, criticizing those who question her selection based on race or skin color. He emphasized that such discrimination is unacceptable and that his government represents national policies, not those of any single party. The cabinet reshuffle has drawn criticism, including from PAS, regarding the appointment of two Chinese leaders to the Federal Territories portfolio, which Anwar has refuted.
- Anwar Ibrahim defends Hanah Yo's appointment as Minister.
- Criticism arises over racial considerations in appointments.
- Anwar asserts his government represents national policies, not a single party.
Anwar Ibrahim's Defense of Hanah Yo's Appointment [0:03]
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has responded to criticism surrounding the appointment of Hanah Yo as the Minister of Federal Territories. He condemned those who questioned her appointment based on her race or skin color, labeling such discrimination as cruel and expressing his dismay at the level of intolerance within the country. Anwar highlighted that Yo previously served as the Minister of Youth and Sports and is now taking over the Federal Territories portfolio from Zaliha Mustafa, who was removed in a cabinet reshuffle. Lo Sufui from Gabungan Rakyat Sabah has been appointed as Yo's deputy.
Criticism of the New Cabinet [0:52]
The new cabinet appointments have faced criticism, including from PAS. Secretary-General Takqiuddin Hassan alleged that the appointment of two Chinese leaders to the Federal Territories portfolio was a deliberate move to strengthen DAP's control in major cities. Anwar Ibrahim refuted these claims, asserting that he represents the government and its policies, not those of DAP. He clarified that his representation is of the government's broader policies rather than the specific interests of any single party like PKR.
