DAP Central Executive Committee Election to Take Place Tomorrow
The election for the Democratic Action Party (DAP) Central Executive Committee (CEC) will be held tomorrow at 10:00 am at the Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC) in Shah Alam, with 70 candidates vying for 30 seats.
Election Process
The election process will begin with an opening speech by DAP national chairman Lim Guan Eng, followed by a policy speech by DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke Siew Fook, before polling takes place. DAP national organising secretary Steven Sim has announced that 4,203 delegates representing 1,650 branches are eligible to cast their votes in the election.
Key Contenders
Among the key contenders for the CEC seats are Loke, Guan Eng, Sim, Gobind Singh Deo, Ramkarpal Singh, Nga Kor Ming, Chow Kon Yeow, and Chong Chieng Jen. The election will also see 15 female candidates contesting for the nine seats allocated to them, including Hannah Yeoh, Teresa Kok, Teo Nie Ching, Yeo Bee Yin, Young Syefura Othman, Lim Hui Ying, Vivian Wong, Wong Shu Qi, and Alice Lau.
Election of CEC Members
The elected CEC members will lead DAP for the 2025-2028 term and later determine the party’s top leadership, including the new secretary-general.
Key PH Leaders to Attend
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman, is expected to attend the congress. DAP has also invited several key PH leaders, including Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) president Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu and United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (Upko) president Datuk Ewon Benedick.
Independent Auditors
As in previous years, an international audit firm will oversee and monitor the election as an independent third party to ensure a clean, fair, and transparent democratic process.
Role of the CEC
The DAP CEC is the party’s highest decision-making body, responsible for setting its direction, formulating policies, enforcing the party constitution, and taking necessary actions in accordance with it. The CEC consists of 30 members democratically elected by branch delegates during the Party National Congress, who have the authority to co-opt 10 additional members. The CEC members will then elect the party’s office bearers, led by the secretary-general.
Conclusion
The DAP CEC election is an important step in the party’s leadership selection process, and the outcome is eagerly anticipated by party members and the public alike. The election will ensure a transparent and democratic process, paving the way for the party’s future direction and leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to vote in the CEC election?
A: 4,203 delegates representing 1,650 branches are eligible to cast their votes in the election.
Q: How many candidates are contesting the CEC election?
A: 70 candidates are vying for 30 seats.
Q: Who are the key contenders for the CEC seats?
A: Lim Guan Eng, Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Steven Sim, Gobind Singh Deo, Ramkarpal Singh, Nga Kor Ming, Chow Kon Yeow, and Chong Chieng Jen are among the key contenders.
Q: What is the role of the CEC in the party?
A: The CEC is the party’s highest decision-making body, responsible for setting its direction, formulating policies, and taking necessary actions in accordance with the party constitution.
Q: What is the purpose of the election?
A: The election is an important step in the party’s leadership selection process, and the outcome will determine the party’s future direction and leadership.