DAP’s Central Executive Committee Elections: Notable Contenders Vie for Positions
Introduction
The Democratic Action Party (DAP) is set to hold its central executive committee (CEC) elections on March 16, with 70 leaders vying for positions on the 30-member committee. The elected members will then select the party’s office-bearers for the 2025-2028 term, a crucial period leading up to the 16th general election, expected by November 2027.
Key Contenders
The official list of candidates includes notable figures such as Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook, former Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng, and Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. Other key contenders include Chow Kon Yeow, Steven Sim, siblings Lim Guan Eng and Lim Hui Ying, as well as brothers Ramkarpal Singh and Gobind Singh Deo.
Women Candidates
The list also features women candidates, including Hannah Yeoh, Kasthuri Patto, Vivian Wong, Teresa Kok, Teo Nie Ching, Yeo Bee Yin, and Young Syefura Othman.
Election Process
According to DAP’s national organising secretary, Steven Sim, 4,203 delegates will vote during the national congress at Ideal Convention Centre in Shah Alam, expected to be attended by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Nominees have received official letters and are urged to stay committed to serving the people. The election will be conducted and monitored by an independent third party, just like in previous years.
Withdrawals
When asked if any candidates had been rejected, Sim said that some had voluntarily withdrawn. As long as they have nominations from two branches, they will be allowed to contest. It was previously reported that four party veterans, Tan Kok Wai, Fong Kui Lun, M Kulasegaran, and Phee Boon Poh, have withdrawn from the race.
Conclusion
The DAP’s central executive committee elections are a crucial step in the party’s preparation for the upcoming general election. The selection of office-bearers will be a significant milestone, and the candidates vying for positions will have to demonstrate their commitment to serving the people.
FAQs
- When will the DAP’s central executive committee elections take place?
The elections are scheduled to take place on March 16. - How many delegates will vote during the national congress?
4,203 delegates will vote during the national congress. - Will the election be conducted and monitored by an independent third party?
Yes, the election will be conducted and monitored by an independent third party, just like in previous years. - Can candidates withdraw from the race?
Yes, some candidates have voluntarily withdrawn from the race, but as long as they have nominations from two branches, they will be allowed to contest.