GEORGE TOWN: Chow Kon Yeow says his decision to contest in the upcoming DAP central executive committee (CEC) polls is important to effectively carry out his role as Penang Chief Minister.
He told a press conference at his office in Komtar here Thursday (Feb 27) that he would continue to serve in this capacity while playing a role in the party's leadership.
Chow, who confirmed on Sunday (Feb 23) that he would contest for a seat on the CEC, said sitting out the election would see him remaining an ordinary member of the party.
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Asked about his changed stance after opting out of last year's state party polls, he said there were many challenges ahead, and he wanted to focus on the next three years.
“I want to implement or complete as many major projects as I can in these three years,” he said.
Chow's tenure as chief minister ends in 2028.
He was formerly a CEC member and party vice-chairman but chose not to defend the state chairman’s post in the September elections.
The CEC election will be held on March 16.
Others from Penang vying for a CEC seat are Bukit Gelugor MP Ramkarpal Singh and former Batu Kawan MP Kasthuri Patto.
