Sitting at same table with Umno helps resolve issues, says Hannah

Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh advocates for cross-party cooperation, citing her successful working relationship with Umno's Johari Ghani. She argues that effective governance relies on listening to diverse views rather than political exclusion.
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This highlights internal tensions within Malaysia's unity government and the challenges of maintaining coalition stability amidst ideological differences.
Share The federal territories minister cites her experience with Umno's Johari Ghani. Federal territories minister Hannah Yeoh uploaded a picture of her sitting next to Titiwangsa MP Johari Ghani, who is also investment, trade and industry minister. (Hannah Yeoh FB pic) PETALING JAYA : DAP’s Hannah Yeoh said “sitting at the same table” with an Umno MP has helped her with issues concerning the federal territories, including managing the Ramadan bazaars and development of Kampung Baru. The federal territories minister said she often sought Johari Ghani’s views on various matters.
The article reports on a politician's statement and provides context regarding the broader political spat without taking a side.
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