Candidate for Domestic Trade Minister already available - PM
Bernama
November 24, 2023 17:16 MYT
November 24, 2023 17:16 MYT
The Prime Minister said he had a suitable candidate to fill the position of Minister of Domestic Trade and Costs of Living, left vacant following the passing of its incumbent, Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub. FB pic
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he already has a suitable candidate to fill the position of Minister of Domestic Trade and Costs of Living, left vacant following the passing of its incumbent, Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub, in July.
Speaking to reporters after performing Friday prayers at Surau Al-Furqan here today, Anwar, when asked if there is already a person to take over from Salahuddin replied: "Yes, there is."
Without revealing details about the individual in question, Anwar said that the announcement would be made soon.
Salahuddin, 61, died at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital in Alor Setar, Kedah on July 23 this year after undergoing surgery due to brain haemorrhage.
The Domestic Trade and Costs Living Minister position is currently held by Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Sabah, Sarawak Affairs, and Special Duties) Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali.
--BERNAMA