DAP Veteran Lim Kit Siang Defends Teresa Kok Amid MACC Probe
Background
Petalining Jaya: DAP stalwart Lim Kit Siang has come to the defence of party vice-president Teresa Kok, following her concerns over her prospects of re-election to the central executive committee following a probe into her former aides.
Lim Kit Siang’s Statement
In a statement, Lim said it would be unfortunate if the investigation by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) diminished Kok’s chances at the party polls on March 16. He expressed his belief that Kok stands for "integrity, accountability, responsibility, good governance, and democracy".
Kok’s Concerns
Kok told Malaysiakini yesterday that MACC’s probe into two of her former officers could affect her chances at the polls as many were unhappy with their arrest for allegedly soliciting and accepting a RM500,000 bribe. She added that DAP delegates who knew one of her former officers, who had been with her for a decade, could vote her out.
Background on Kok’s Former Officers
Kok said that DAP delegates who knew one of her former officers, who had been with her for a decade, could vote her out. She explained that she had discovered misconduct without her knowledge, including misappropriation of her parliamentary allocation, which led to the dismissal and termination of his service last year. Since then, several Seputeh DAP members have been unhappy with her.
Kok’s Response to Accusations
Responding to accusations on social media of her alleged involvement, the Seputeh MP said neither she nor her staff had lodged a report with the anti-graft agency. Lim Kit Siang has spoken to Kok about the matter, and she had told him the whole story.
Lim Kit Siang’s Beliefs
Lim said he believes that Kok did not report the matter to the anti-corruption agency and was not responsible for the arrest of her two former officers. He also expressed his confidence in Kok’s values, stating that she stands for "integrity, accountability, responsibility, good governance, and democracy".
Conclusion
In conclusion, Lim Kit Siang’s defense of Teresa Kok amid the MACC probe demonstrates his commitment to upholding the values of integrity, accountability, and good governance within the DAP. His statement highlights the importance of fact-checking and not jumping to conclusions based on unverified information.
FAQs
- What is the purpose of the MACC probe into Teresa Kok’s former aides?
The probe is to investigate allegations of bribery and corruption. - Why has Lim Kit Siang come to the defense of Teresa Kok?
Lim Kit Siang believes that Kok stands for "integrity, accountability, responsibility, good governance, and democracy" and is not responsible for the actions of her former officers. - What are the consequences of the probe for Kok’s chances at re-election?
The probe may affect her chances at the party polls on March 16, as some DAP delegates may vote her out due to their unhappiness with her former officers.