Cabinet needs shrinking, must comprise experts to manage crises: political analysts

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GEORGE TOWN – Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob must prove his commitment to handling the health and economic crises by forming a small cabinet, said political analysts.

This comes as pundits have also taken note of the positive attitude displayed by Malaysia’s ninth prime minister, who wasted no time in immediately engaging the federal opposition after being appointed into office by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

Too many chefs spoil the broth
Sivamurugan Pandian, a professor of political sociology at Universiti Sains Malaysia, told The Vibes that the cabinet has to shrink, as bloated as it was in the previous government.

“The first thing they must do is revisit the previous cabinet’s whole structure. It should be small and comprise quality members, and the rakyat will appreciate that because what matters most is quality, not quantity.

“Before, there were too many portfolios and ministries. Now I think the cabinet should be set up to manage the crisis,” he said.

Though the government needs a reputable, credible, and small cabinet comprising those with expertise, experience and who are also beyond political interests, Sivamurugan said he does not think a unity cabinet is currently possible.



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