Two-term Bukit Tambun assemblyperson Goh Choon Aik was sworn in as a Penang state executive council (exco) member in a brief ceremony held at Seri Mutiara, George Town, today.
It was held before the Yang Dipertua Negeri Ramli Ngah Talib.
Goh has been appointed to replace Pantai Jerejak assemblyperson Fahmi Zainol, who has been relieved of his duties.
Following the appointment, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced a restructuring of portfolios among three exco members to ensure the smooth running of the state administration.
He said Goh has been entrusted with the trade and community unity portfolio.
Meanwhile, Deputy Chief Minister I Mohamad Abdul Hamid will oversee Islamic religious development, education and higher education, and cooperative development, while Rashidi Zinol will oversee rural development, agrotechnology and food security, and entrepreneurship.
Chow expressed hope that the reshuffle would align the state government’s work with the principle of collective responsibility, ensuring that the leadership remains united in advancing the Penang 2030 agenda.
Meanwhile, Goh, 52, said he is committed to carrying out the responsibilities entrusted to him, noting that sustainable economic development and community harmony are key to ensuring Penang remains a stable, progressive, and prosperous state.
“In the area of trade, priority will be given to strengthening the local business ecosystem and supporting small and medium enterprises, while continuing close cooperation with federal agencies such as the Investment, Trade, and Industry Ministry and the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation.
“In addressing the cost of living, the state government will also work closely with the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry to ensure initiatives related to price control, supply of essential goods, and consumer protection are implemented effectively to safeguard the welfare of the people,” he said.
On community unity, Goh said the state government would strengthen cooperation with the Village Community Management Council and Kawasan Rukun Tetangga to ensure grassroots voices and community needs are effectively conveyed to the state administration.
Goh, who has been the Bukit Tambun assemblyperson since 2018, is also chairperson of the Penang PKR state leadership council and a member of the PKR central leadership council.
On March 4, Chow announced Fahmi’s termination as a state exco member after the Penang government received an official letter from PKR secretary-general Fuziah Salleh requesting his replacement following the court charges he is facing.
On Feb 27, Fahmi, who is the Penang PKR vice-chairperson, pleaded not guilty at the Balik Pulau Magistrate’s Court to a charge of voluntarily causing injury to his wife.
The court allowed him bail of RM2,000 with one surety and fixed April 28 for mention.
- Bernama
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