Umno’s Cabinet team key to ensuring Zahid and PM Anwar’s longevity in government

epa10345833 Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim (R) along with his deputies Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (C) and Fadillah Yusof (L) after swearing-in ceremony of the country's new cabinet at the National Palace in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 03 December 2022. EPA-EFE/HASNOOR HUSSAIN / POOL

Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim (right) along with his deputies Zahid Hamidi (centre) and Fadillah Yusof after the swearing-in ceremony, in KL on Dec 3, 2022.

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Ram Anand

KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s decision to appoint six Cabinet members from his former rival Umno will effectively create a team of Umno leaders who will look to consolidating their own leadership positions ahead of a looming party election.

This would help ensure Datuk Seri Anwar’s and Zahid Hamidi ’s longevity as head of government and deputy prime minister, respectively.

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