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The Sun
40 minutes ago
- Business
- The Sun
Tengku Zafrul delivers results, will stay on as minister despite UMNO exit
KUALA LUMPUR: Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz's decision to quit UMNO and express his intention to join Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) will not affect his position as Investment, Trade and Industry Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. The prime minister said Tengku Zafrul has been performing his ministerial duties well, especially in matters related to investments. 'Tengku Zafrul is a minister who has carried out his responsibilities very well. Our investments amount to hundreds of billions, many of which have been handled through his efforts. 'So, his position as minister is not affected, and we want him to continue his duties as his performance has been good, and the country needs his contribution,' Anwar told reporters after officiating the closing ceremony of the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair (PBAKL) 2025 here today. Also present at the event were Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, PBAKL 2025 organising chairman Mohd Khair Ngadiron and Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka director-general Dr Hazami Jahari. Anwar, who is also PKR president, said the party has yet to formally discuss Tengku Zafrul's intention to join, and any decision would be made after consulting coalition partners in the MADANI government. 'He (Tengku Zafrul) has opted to apply (to join PKR). We haven't discussed anything yet... let him complete his Hajj pilgrimage first, and let's not jump to unhealthy conclusions. 'When someone makes a decision, we respect it. So, on behalf of PKR, of course we will need to discuss it with our fellow government coalition parties and decide what's best,' he said. On Friday (May 30), Tengku Zafrul announced his resignation as UMNO Supreme Council member, Kota Raja division chief and party member. At the same time, he expressed his intent to join PKR. Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman and UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday confirmed that UMNO executive secretary Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan had received Tengku Zafrul's resignation letter.
The Sun
40 minutes ago
- Business
- The Sun
Tengku Zafrul delivers results, will stay on as minister
KUALA LUMPUR: Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz's decision to quit UMNO and express his intention to join Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) will not affect his position as Investment, Trade and Industry Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. The prime minister said Tengku Zafrul has been performing his ministerial duties well, especially in matters related to investments. 'Tengku Zafrul is a minister who has carried out his responsibilities very well. Our investments amount to hundreds of billions, many of which have been handled through his efforts. 'So, his position as minister is not affected, and we want him to continue his duties as his performance has been good, and the country needs his contribution,' Anwar told reporters after officiating the closing ceremony of the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair (PBAKL) 2025 here today. Also present at the event were Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, PBAKL 2025 organising chairman Mohd Khair Ngadiron and Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka director-general Dr Hazami Jahari. Anwar, who is also PKR president, said the party has yet to formally discuss Tengku Zafrul's intention to join, and any decision would be made after consulting coalition partners in the MADANI government. 'He (Tengku Zafrul) has opted to apply (to join PKR). We haven't discussed anything yet... let him complete his Hajj pilgrimage first, and let's not jump to unhealthy conclusions. 'When someone makes a decision, we respect it. So, on behalf of PKR, of course we will need to discuss it with our fellow government coalition parties and decide what's best,' he said. On Friday (May 30), Tengku Zafrul announced his resignation as UMNO Supreme Council member, Kota Raja division chief and party member. At the same time, he expressed his intent to join PKR. Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman and UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday confirmed that UMNO executive secretary Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan had received Tengku Zafrul's resignation letter.
Daily Express
41 minutes ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Tengku Zafrul delivers results, will stay on as minister despite Umno exit: PM
Published on: Sunday, June 01, 2025 Published on: Sun, Jun 01, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Tengku Zafrul KUALA LUMPUR: Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz's decision to quit Umno and express his intention to join Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) will not affect his position as Investment, Trade and Industry Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. The prime minister said Tengku Zafrul has been performing his ministerial duties well, especially in matters related to investments. 'Tengku Zafrul is a minister who has carried out his responsibilities very well. Our investments amount to hundreds of billions, many of which have been handled through his efforts. 'So, his position as minister is not affected, and we want him to continue his duties as his performance has been good, and the country needs his contribution,' Anwar told reporters after officiating the closing ceremony of the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair (PBAKL) 2025 here today. Also present at the event were Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, PBAKL 2025 organising chairman Mohd Khair Ngadiron and Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka director-general Dr Hazami Jahari. Anwar, who is also PKR president, said the party has yet to formally discuss Tengku Zafrul's intention to join, and any decision would be made after consulting coalition partners in the Madani government. 'He (Tengku Zafrul) has opted to apply (to join PKR). We haven't discussed anything yet… let him complete his Hajj pilgrimage first, and let's not jump to unhealthy conclusions. 'When someone makes a decision, we respect it. So, on behalf of PKR, of course we will need to discuss it with our fellow government coalition parties and decide what's best,' he said. On Friday (May 30), Tengku Zafrul announced his resignation as Umno Supreme Council member, Kota Raja division chief and party member. At the same time, he expressed his intent to join PKR. Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman and Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday confirmed that Umno executive secretary Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan had received Tengku Zafrul's resignation letter. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Malay Mail
an hour ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Anwar defends Tengku Zafrul's role in investment and trade portfolio, says will stay on as minister despite Umno exit
KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz will remain with his portfolio despite quitting Umno to join PKR. He said Tengku Zafrul has performed well in his current role in the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry, particularly in overseeing substantial investments involving various agencies. 'His ministerial duties remain unchanged,' he told reporters when met at Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2025 here. 'We want him to continue his work, especially in the investment portfolio. His contributions are still needed by the country.' Anwar's remark came amid calls from Umno for it to retain seven ministerial posts after Tengku Zafrul announced his is joining PKR. He also reiterated that PKR has not had any detailed discussion over Tengku Zafrul's application to joint. The PKR president also urged the public and media to avoid overthinking the move by the minister formerly from Umno. 'Yes, he has applied to join PKR, but we have not deliberated on it thoroughly. For now, let it be. 'There's no need for excessive interpretations that might be unhealthy,' he added. Anwar said the application would be reviewed with fairness, in consultation with the party's grassroots. Yesterday, Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said he is confident Anwar would consider reinstating the allocation in line with the party's role in the unity government. This came after Tengku Zafrul said he has resigned from Umno and is vacating his seat on the Umno Supreme Council as well as his position as its Kota Raja division chief.
Malay Mail
2 hours ago
- General
- Malay Mail
‘Let it be': Anwar says PKR hasn't deliberated on Tengku Zafrul's application, warns against overanalysis
KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said PKR has not had any detailed discussion over Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz's application to joint. The PKR president also urged the public and media to avoid overthinking the move by the minister formerly from Umno. 'Yes, he has applied to join PKR, but we have not deliberated on it thoroughly. For now, let it be. 'There's no need for excessive interpretations that might be unhealthy,' he told reporters when met at Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2025 here. Anwar said the application would be reviewed with fairness, in consultation with the party's grassroots. MORE TO COME
