Foreign Minister Willing to Resign if Directed
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Malaysia's Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan is willing to resign if directed by the Prime Minister.
- He stated his readiness to step down from his cabinet position in the Unity Government.
- Hasan, also Deputy Chairman of Barisan Nasional, emphasized he has no personal agenda regarding the role.
Malaysia's Foreign Minister, Mohamad Hasan, has declared his willingness to relinquish his position in the Unity Government's cabinet should the Prime Minister issue such a directive. Hasan, who also serves as the Deputy Chairman of Barisan Nasional, conveyed that his commitment to public service is paramount and he harbors no personal ambitions tied to his ministerial role. "If there is a directive, I do not object to resigning," Hasan stated, underscoring his deference to the Prime Minister's authority and the needs of the government. His comments came amidst ongoing political discussions and shifts within the administration. Hasan, who also contested in the Negeri Sembilan State Election for the Rantau State Legislative Assembly seat, reiterated that his focus remains on fulfilling his duties and contributing to the government's objectives. His statement suggests a pragmatic approach to political office, prioritizing national interest and leadership decisions over personal tenure.
If there is a directive, I do not object to resigning
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.