Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim defended his use of government transport during his trip to Sabah on nomination day, saying security protocols require him to use official vehicles even when attending party-related activities.
During Ministers’ Question Time in the Dewan Rakyat, Anwar said there were no government events in Sabah and his presence was solely for campaign purposes.
“If that is the case, what vehicle should I use? Government vehicles… there is some flexibility,” he said.
He added that the prime minister must rely on security personnel and official cars for any programme due to safety considerations.
“This is a matter of security. Regardless of the event type, the prime minister must follow established procedures,” he said.
