Melaka DAP is scheduled to hold a press conference today amid growing speculation that it may withdraw from the Barisan Nasional (BN)-led state government.
An aide to Melaka DAP chief Khoo Poay Tiong confirmed that the press conference will take place at the Melaka State Legislative Assembly but declined to provide further details.
The announcement comes as reports circulate over the party’s future role in the state administration.
Report claims DAP may relinquish government posts
According to a Malaysiakini report, Melaka DAP is expected to relinquish all positions it currently holds in the state government.
These include one state executive councillor post, two deputy executive councillor positions, the deputy speaker’s post, as well as appointments involving village chiefs and local councillors.
The report said the move is intended as a protest against the Melaka government’s proposal to amend the state constitution to allow for the appointment of members to the State Legislative Assembly.
Official response awaited
The New Straits Times reported that it had sought comments from Khoo and Melaka Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh regarding the matter.
At the time of publication, no official response had been issued.
