Any decision to reshuffle the Cabinet is entirely the prerogative of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, said Amanah president Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.
SHAH ALAM: Any decision to reshuffle the Cabinet is entirely the prerogative of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, said Amanah president Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.
He said the appointment or transfer of ministers, whether from political backgrounds or professional circles, is the absolute right of the nation’s leader.
“For Cabinet matters, that is the prime minister’s prerogative.
He can appoint anyone whether politicians or professionals from any party.
That is his role and authority,” Mohamad told a media conference after officiating at Amanah’s 10th national convention yesterday.
On whether he would be prepared to take up a different ministerial portfolio if asked, Mohamad replied firmly that he is ready to be shifted.
He also clarified that Amanah has not yet held any discussions with the prime minister on the possibility of a reshuffle.
“So far, no discussions have taken place,” he said, adding that he had no knowledge whether the Cabinet would be reshuffled soon.
On the Sabah state election, Mohamad said the party is eyeing at least two state seats to contest, including the Sulabayan seat.
“At present, we are focusing on the Sulabayan seat.
It’s a hot and challenging seat but we are confident of giving our best.”
The Kota Raja MP said negotiations among Pakatan Harapan component parties are ongoing and final seat allocations would be decided closer to nomination day.
When asked about rumours that Warisan president Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal might contest in Sulabayan, Mohamad said the matter is best answered by the Warisan leadership.
“I don’t know about that, you’ll have to ask Warisan.
Whoever contests, we will face them as part of the democratic process.
Whoever we face, we must be confident of victory.
That’s part of the spirit of contesting in an election.”
Reflecting on Amanah’s 10-year journey since its founding in 2015, Mohamad said the party has grown significantly despite being relatively young compared with other political movements.
“PAS existed for more than 60 years before becoming as established as it is today.
We are only 10 years old but praise be to God, Amanah continues to grow, especially in the East Coast, northern states and across the peninsula.”
He added that Amanah’s progressive Islamic values have resonated with a segment of Malaysians seeking moderation and compassion in politics.
“Our struggle is to promote Islam as mercy for all.
For too long, Islam has been presented only through jurisprudence and legalistic interpretations, not through the values of humanity and compassion.”
