Anwar’s aide to coordinate govt aid, projects in Ampang
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has appointed his political secretary, Azman Abidin, as the parliamentary coordinator for Ampang. This move follows the barring of the incumbent MP, Rodziah Ismail, from a government portal used to manage constituency funding.
Why it matters
The appointment highlights internal political tensions within the Malaysian government and raises questions regarding the equitable distribution of constituency resources and political accountability.
Azman Abidin's appointment as parliamentary coordinator for Ampang comes after Ampang MP Rodziah Ismail was barred from accessing the online portal which manages special funding for constituencies.
PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's political secretary Azman Abidin has been appointed as the "parliamentary coordinator" for Ampang to ensure the effective delivery of government aid and initiatives in the federal constituency.
Azman said Anwar entrusted him to serve in the role to ensure government initiatives were delivered in a more organised, efficient and effective manner.
In a statement, he said he would be liaising directly with the Prime Minister's Department's implementation and coordination unit and relevant government agencies.
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