Anwar to reach out to Ramasamy over quit announcement


KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says he will seek former Penang deputy chief minister II Dr P Ramasamy's clarification over his resignation from DAP.

"Ramasamy is a friend. I will get his views (on his resignation). He understands about several problems in the party (DAP)," Anwar said when met after delivering his keynote address at the 36th Asia-Pacific Roundtable here on Thursday (Aug 10).

Anwar, who is Pakatan Harapan chairman, also expressed hope that Ramasamy would continue to serve the people in some capacity.

ALSO READ: Ramasamy quits DAP

"I hope he will continue to contribute to the Madani (Economy framework)," Anwar said.

Earlier, it was reported that Ramasamy had submitted a letter of resignation to DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke and Penang DAP chairman Chow Kon Yeow.

Ramasamy was among the seven incumbents dropped as candidates for the Aug 12 Penang state polls.

He had been Prai assemblyman since 2008.

Related stories:

Ramasamy quits DAP

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Nation

Anwar holds bilateral meeting with Li Qiang, thanks China for BRICS support
Four charged over casino fight
Kelantan proposes constructing wall along Malaysia-Thailand border
Body of missing drowned teenager found near Teluk Sengat
MACC to continue recording statements from FashionValet founders on Nov 6
Bernama, China Media Group exchange MOU to strengthen media cooperation
Anwar, Li witness exchange of documents on BRI cooperation plan
Elderly vegetable trader loses RM274,000 to scam syndicate
Typhoon Kristine mission: 16 Malaysian Air Force officers, personnel return home safely
Perlis Mufti sues Facebook account holder for alleged GISB related defamatory statements

Others Also Read