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BERSIH calls for an end to political appointments and patronage in Malaysian GLCs

The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections (BERSIH) has expressed concerns over the political appointments made by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in government-linked companies. The appointment of Wong Chen, a Member of Parliament from Anwar’s party, as the Non-Executive Chairman of Malaysia Debts Ventures Berhad (MDV) has drawn scrutiny. BERSIH calls for transparency in such appointments and suggests excluding elected representatives from GLC positions. While acknowledging Wong’s qualifications, the organization questions the necessity of his appointment and emphasizes the need for qualified individuals to be appointed to key positions in GLCs and statutory boards.

BERSIH urges Anwar to prioritise Malaysia’s institutional reform to ensure stability of the Govt

Thomas Fann, the chairman of The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections (BERSIH), has urged Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to prioritize institutional reforms to ensure stability in the government. Fann called for reforms that promote political stability and inclusivity, including granting equal rights to backbenchers and opposition MPs in Parliament. He highlighted that while the anti-hopping law has been put into action, other reforms such as political financing and fair allocation of resources are still pending. Fann also warned that failure to implement these reforms could lead to further turmoil and instability in government.