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Penang's Pakatan Harapan coalition wants to increase women candidates in future state elections, though finding willing contenders remains problematic. The party reaffirms its 30% representation target.
Former Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng has alleged that the 70-acre Karpal Singh Drive reclamation project was awarded directly rather than through a competitive bidding process, intensifying his dispute with current Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow highlights obstacles to holding federal and state elections together, pointing to disruptions in electoral schedules and differing government terms.
DAP assemblyman Lim Guan Eng is intensifying calls for transparency regarding the reclamation project tender near Karpal Singh Drive, seeking accountability from Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has instructed all State Executive Council members, government departments and local authorities to intensify monitoring of development projects across the state to keep them on schedule.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan coalition has established an election committee in preparation for GE16, with state chairman Chow Kon Yeow also announcing adjustments to the leadership structure.
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Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has acknowledged that monetary difficulties are responsible for postponing completion of the Air Itam-Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway, a key infrastructure initiative for the state.
Pakatan Harapan Penang has unveiled three new committees as part of its preparations for the 16th General Election, focusing on voter engagement and raising awareness about the upcoming polls.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan coalition has established an election committee to prepare for GE16, with state chairman Chow Kon Yeow also unveiling adjustments to the coalition's leadership team.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has assured the state that food supplies remain adequate ahead of Hari Raya Aidiladha, with all 27 price-controlled items available and prices staying below government maximums.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow says the state government has achieved 60% of its 2023 election pledges. The administration is now concentrating on completing three outstanding commitments, which represent just 6% of the original manifesto.
Penang Pakatan Harapan has achieved 60% implementation of its 2023 manifesto pledges as of April 30, with machinery readiness standing at 75% for a potential early election, says Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.