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Penang's state government has deferred authority to federal counterparts regarding an agency chairman facing Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission scrutiny, signalling a shift in administrative handling.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has called for stronger DAP party unity, citing the growing alliance between Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional as a significant threat to opposition competitiveness in the forthcoming 16th general election.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has rebuffed Kedah Menteri Besar Sanusi Muda's demand to review Penang's land lease arrangements, signalling the state will only respond formally if the dispute reaches the courts or state government.