Capable people, not party reps: Mahathir’s plans for new government
Skip to main content
E-paper বাংলা
T
TODAY’S NEWS
Remaining in Dhaka, "missing teenager" didn't contact family in Pallabi for 12 years India may limit sugar exports to prevent domestic price hike Take 'practical actions' for Rohingya repatriation: Momen to new UN Resident Coordinator Remove restaurants, shops from Hatirjheel in 60 days: HC Top 6 things that can help you get glowing skin Time 100 list: Zendaya, Simu Liu among honorees ‘Pirates of the Caribbean' actor says Amber Heard is ‘universally detested in industry’ Kings eliminated from AFC Cup ‘Mission: Impossible 7’ teases Tom Cruise’s biggest stunts yet Bangladesh and the US need each other Japan's Yanmar wants to produce combined harvester in Bangladesh 30 investors claim Firstlead Securities swindled Tk 10 crore GDP: A misleading measure of development Shakib strikes late but SL finish strong on Day 2 3 held over attack on JCD at Dhaka University
The Daily Star
Journalism Without Fear or Favour
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
  • E-paper
  • বাংলা
TODAY’S NEWS
Remaining in Dhaka, "missing teenager" didn't contact family in Pallabi for 12 years India may limit sugar exports to prevent domestic price hike Take 'practical actions' for Rohingya repatriation: Momen to new UN Resident Coordinator Remove restaurants, shops from Hatirjheel in 60 days: HC Top 6 things that can help you get glowing skin Time 100 list: Zendaya, Simu Liu among honorees ‘Pirates of the Caribbean' actor says Amber Heard is ‘universally detested in industry’ Kings eliminated from AFC Cup ‘Mission: Impossible 7’ teases Tom Cruise’s biggest stunts yet Bangladesh and the US need each other Japan's Yanmar wants to produce combined harvester in Bangladesh 30 investors claim Firstlead Securities swindled Tk 10 crore GDP: A misleading measure of development Shakib strikes late but SL finish strong on Day 2 3 held over attack on JCD at Dhaka University
The Daily Star
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 | Journalism Without Fear or Favour
  • Home
  • News
    • Bangladesh
    • Asia
    • World
  • Views
    • Editorial
    • Opinion
    • Letters to the Editor
  • Health
    • Diseases
    • Healthcare
    • Food
  • Coronavirus
  • Sports
    • Cricket
    • Football
    • More Sports
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Global Economy
    • Organisation News
  • Entertainment
    • TV & Film
    • Music
    • Theatre & Arts
  • Culture
    • Art & Design
    • Books
  • Life & Living
    • Fashion & Beauty
    • Food & Recipes
    • Health & Fitness
  • Youth
    • Education
    • Careers
    • Young Icons
  • Tech & Startup
    • Science, Gadgets, and Tech
    • Startups
    • Automobiles
  • Feature
    • Lifestyle
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Showbiz
    • Star Health
    • Satireday
    • Shout
    • Toggle
    • Star Literature
    • In Focus
    • Star Youth
    • Law & Our Rights
    • Daily Star Books
    • Roundtables
    • Supplements
  • Environment
    • Climate crisis
    • Natural resources
    • Pollution
  • NRB
বাংলা T
  • Home
  • News
    • Bangladesh
    • Asia
    • World
  • Views
    • Editorial
    • Opinion
    • Letters to the Editor
  • Health
    • Diseases
    • Healthcare
    • Food
  • Coronavirus
  • Sports
    • Cricket
    • Football
    • More Sports
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Global Economy
    • Organisation News
  • Entertainment
    • TV & Film
    • Music
    • Theatre & Arts
  • Culture
    • Art & Design
    • Books
  • Life & Living
    • Fashion & Beauty
    • Food & Recipes
    • Health & Fitness
  • Youth
    • Education
    • Careers
    • Young Icons
  • Tech & Startup
    • Science, Gadgets, and Tech
    • Startups
    • Automobiles
  • Feature
    • Lifestyle
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Showbiz
    • Star Health
    • Satireday
    • Shout
    • Toggle
    • Star Literature
    • In Focus
    • Star Youth
    • Law & Our Rights
    • Daily Star Books
    • Roundtables
    • Supplements
  • Environment
    • Climate crisis
    • Natural resources
    • Pollution
  • NRB

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • SMS Subscription
  • Apps
  • Comment Policy
  • RSS
  • Sitemap
  • Advertisement
  • Newsletter
  • Privacy Policy
  • Conference Hall
  • Archives
Southeast Asia

Capable people, not party reps: Mahathir’s plans for new government

Star Online Report
Wed Feb 26, 2020 05:02 PM Last update on: Wed Feb 26, 2020 07:10 PM
Dr Mahathir Mohamad
Dr Mahathir Mohamad. Reuters file photo

Malaysia's Interim Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad today revealed his plan for the new government, saying that he wants a cabinet comprising capable individuals and not just party loyalists.

In a televised address to the nation, he also urged support for this proposal, reports Malaysian daily The Star.

For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel.

"Right or wrong, my opinion is that politics and party politics have to be put aside for the time being. If this is allowed, I will try to have an administration that does not side with any party, but [one where] only the national interest will be prioritised," he said.

Mahathir, explaining the reason behind his sudden resignation on Monday, said there had been allegations that with support for all sides, he could not decide who to pick and that he had no intention to relinquish his position as premier, on top of being power hungry, the daily reports.

"As such, I resigned, because I do not see power and post as my be-all and end-all goal. To me, the power and the position is a means to an end, or to reach an objective, which is for the benefit of the nation," said the 94-year-old.

He said that is why he relinquished his post after seeing the attitude of some politicians.

He added that politicians and political parties are so obsessed with politics, that they have forgotten that the nation is being beleaguered by economic and health issues, referring to the current Covid-19 outbreak.

Mahathir resigned yesterday in a shock move after his political allies sought to form a new coalition in a bid to block the succession of leader-in-waiting Anwar Ibrahim.

Related topic
Dr Mahathir Mohamad
Apple Google
Click to comment

Comments

Comments Policy

Related News

World

Govt hopes new King can be elected soon: Dr Mahathir

Dr Mahathir Mohamad
Business

'World population would be out of control without Malaysian rubber'

Southeast Asia

Only people can change the prime minister: Mahathir

Dr Mahathir Mohamad
Southeast Asia

Malaysian PM condemns lesbian caning

Dr Mahathir Mohamad
Southeast Asia

Mahathir unfazed by Najib's popularity on social media

The Daily Star  | বাংলা
৫২ মিনিট আগে|রোগ

আরব আমিরাতে প্রথম মাঙ্কিপক্স শনাক্ত

সংযুক্ত আরব আমিরাতে বিরল সংক্রামক রোগ মাঙ্কিপক্সে আক্রান্ত প্রথম ব্যক্তিকে শনাক্ত করা হয়েছে।

২৬ মিনিট আগে|স্টার মাল্টিমিডিয়া

ধলেশ্বরী নদী ভরাট করে রাস্তা!

The Daily Star
Follow Us
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • SMS Subscription
  • Apps
  • Comment Policy
  • RSS
  • Sitemap
  • Advertisement
  • Newsletter
  • Privacy Policy
  • Conference Hall
  • Archives
© 2022 thedailystar.net | Powered by: RSI LAB
Copyright: Any unauthorized use or reproduction of The Daily Star content for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited and constitutes copyright infringement liable to legal action.