Anthony Loke says will remain as Malaysia’s transport minister until Najib begins house arrest

Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke has announced he will retain his cabinet position until former Prime Minister Najib Razak begins his house arrest. This decision follows Loke’s prior announcement of his resignation, which was submitted in protest of the conditional royal pardon granted to Najib on September 18.

The development marks a shift in the minister's status following the controversial pardon decision. By linking his departure to the commencement of Najib’s house arrest, Loke has established a specific timeline for his exit from the government, highlighting the ongoing political friction surrounding the former premier's legal status.