
DAP Delegates' Decision on Unity Government Must Be Respected, Says Kon Yeow
DAP central executive committee member Chow Kon Yeow urged Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli to respect the decision made by DAP delegates regarding the unity government's stance.
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DAP central executive committee member Chow Kon Yeow urged Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli to respect the decision made by DAP delegates regarding the unity government's stance.

Penang DAP has not taken an official stance on a motion proposing the party's withdrawal from the Cabinet, instead leaving the decision to its delegates.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow stated that the state will only respond after Kedah formally submits its claim for lease payment over Penang.

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has referred the ongoing dispute over lease payments with Kedah to the federal government for resolution.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow refuted allegations that the state's increased cash reserves were a result of a recent quit rent hike, clarifying the timeline of financial growth.

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow confirmed that financial problems are the reason behind the delay in the completion of the Air Itam-Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway project.

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced that the state government will not increase taxes or service charges to boost revenue, aiming to avoid burdening the public.

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow affirmed that the state government continues to work effectively with its coalition partners, maintaining the current political status quo.
GEORGE TOWN, March 19 — Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has hailed Penang’s celebrated multicultural harmony as...

The Penang government has defended its revised land tax structure, stating it is based on four criteria and rejecting claims of flaws.

Penang Pakatan Harapan's decision to maintain its cooperation with Barisan Nasional was made with the consensus of its component parties, according to Chow Kon Yeow.

Penang Pakatan Harapan (PH) will continue its alliance with Barisan Nasional (BN) and Umno, despite facing criticism, as confirmed by Chow Kon Yeow.

Penang will not delay the implementation of its new water tariff, which came into effect in July, with Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow stating that the RM20 million revenue generated is crucial.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim acknowledged Penang's call for a fairer share of federal revenue and highlighted that Malaysia's fuel subsidy bill is projected to reach RM40 billion, significantly exceeding budget estimates.

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow dismissed claims of a state deficit, announcing that Penang's reserves have risen to RM616 million.

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced that the Malaysian state is approximately 75 percent prepared to face snap polls.
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow stated that the Penang government currently has no plans to amend the chief minister’s two-term limit.

BUKIT MERTAJAM, March 30 — Close cooperation between Pakatan Harapan (PH) and component parties in the Unity Gover...

Former Penang chief minister Lim Guan Eng has criticized current Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow over what he described as an 'unjust' land tax 'shock,' demanding a review of the system.
GEORGE TOWN, March 4 — Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow today said the quit rent hike in Penang is being sensat...

Former Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng has disputed Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow's claim that DAP delegates endorsed a partnership with Umno, clarifying the decision was made by Penang Pakatan Harapan.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan coalition is scheduled to discuss its election strategy and the role of Umno in the state government on August 8, as announced by Chow Kon Yeow.

Penang is expected to gazette its inaugural Seberang Perai Local Plan by October of this year, according to Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
Negotiations for the long-awaited Perak-Penang water transfer project are entering their final stages, with officials targeting a signing of the agreement for next week.

George Town's Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow stated that the city is now better equipped to preserve its UNESCO World Heritage Site status, 18 years after receiving the recognition.

Barisan Nasional's decision to contest all 56 state seats independently in Johor has strained its political cooperation with Pakatan Harapan for upcoming state elections. This move has led to Pakatan also planning to field candidates in all seats, though federal cooperation is reportedly unaffected.

The Penang State Government has announced late fee exemptions and extended the appeal period for land tax cases, following more than 10,000 appeals sparked by a recent land tax review.

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has submitted a report to DAP chief Anthony Loke regarding the state's revised land tax, as leaders seek to resolve the public disagreement over the quit rent hike internally.

GEORGE TOWN, March 11 — Jelutong MP RSN Rayer has urged Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow to honour his pr...