Why did Anthony Loke reject claims DAP was biggest winner?

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Anthony Loke Rejected Claims That DAP Was the Biggest Benefactor of the Cabinet Shake-up

Anthony Loke has refuted suggestions that the Democratic Action Party (DAP) was the primary beneficiary of the recent Cabinet reshuffle. He asserted that, in terms of a net increase, DAP only gained one additional ministership. Loke further elaborated that the Prime Minister likely considered the proportional representation of each party within the coalition government when making these appointments, deeming the overall adjustment to be fair.
Net Increase in Ministerships for DAP Was Limited

Loke clarified that the perception of DAP being the biggest winner was inaccurate, as the party’s net gain in ministerial positions was only one. This increase came about following the decision to bifurcate the Communication and Digital Ministry into two distinct portfolios. While DAP secured the digital ministership, other parties also saw their representation adjusted.
Umno Also Saw an Increase in Ministerial Representation

To further illustrate that DAP was not the sole party to benefit from an increase in ministerial positions, Loke pointed to Umno. He noted that Umno also experienced a net increase of one ministership with the appointment of Datuk Seri Johari Ghani to head the Plantation and Commodity Ministry. This highlights a broader pattern of adjustments rather than an exclusive gain for DAP.
New Appointments and Retained Portfolios within DAP

The recent reshuffle saw Gobind Singh Deo appointed as the digital minister, overseeing a portfolio he previously held. Additionally, Steven Sim was promoted to the position of human resources minister, replacing S Sivakumar. Loke himself retained his role as the transport minister, while other DAP lawmakers Hannah Yeoh and Nga Kor Ming continued in their respective positions as ministers for sports and youth, and housing and local government.

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