‘Unity govt secretariat has final say on GLC appointments’


BENTONG: The appointment of members or professionals representing political parties into government-linked companies (GLC) is scrutinised by the unity government secretariat, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (pic).

“To avoid conflict, we consult the secretariat and before the appointment is made, the secretariat will check and scrutinise the backgrounds of the individuals.

“This is done to ensure the representatives of the political parties have experience and backgrounds that can help strengthen the state and federal governments.”

He said this at the state-level ceremony to introduce candidates for the posts of permanent chairman, permanent deputy chairman, vice-presidents and supreme council members for the Umno elections 2023-2026 here yesterday.

Meanwhile, Ahmad Zahid, also the Umno president, said he was very satisfied with the performance of Umno ministers and deputy ministers as the Unity Government reached its first 100 days yesterday.

He added he has his own method of monitoring the performance of Umno ministers and deputy ministers, including through their answers at the Dewan Rakyat as well as statements issued to the press. — Bernama

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