Envoys on the chopping block too, says Dr M
- 6 years ago
Politically-appointed Malaysian diplomats will be among those who will be shown the exit door, Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad said today.
He said this during a press conference held in Jakarta, Indonesia when asked about the changes involving those heading government-linked companies (GLC).
were appointed but have no qualifications but they were supporters of a political party," Mahathir said.
He said the heads of GLC were appointed by the previous administration because they were supporters of the party and not based on their capabilities in business and management. Despite this, they were getting a high monthly salary, he added.
He said this during a press conference held in Jakarta, Indonesia when asked about the changes involving those heading government-linked companies (GLC).
were appointed but have no qualifications but they were supporters of a political party," Mahathir said.
He said the heads of GLC were appointed by the previous administration because they were supporters of the party and not based on their capabilities in business and management. Despite this, they were getting a high monthly salary, he added.