Seven ministers, eight deputy ministers sworn in

The swearing-in took place at the Singgahsana Kecil of the palace at 10am.

17 Dec 2025 12:00pm
Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim presented the instrument of appointment to Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan. Photo by Bernama
Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim presented the instrument of appointment to Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan. Photo by Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR - Seven ministers, including two new appointees and eight new deputy ministers took their oath of office, allegiance and secrecy today before His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, at Istana Negara here.

The swearing-in took place at the Singgahsana Kecil of the palace at 10am.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was present at the ceremony.

Yesterday, Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, announced the appointment of new ministers and deputy ministers, as well as the reshuffling of several portfolios, following several vacancies within the Madani Government Cabinet and the need for adjustments.

Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim presented the instrument of appointment to Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. Photo by Bernama
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim presented the instrument of appointment to Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. Photo by Bernama

The ministers and deputy ministers also signed the instrument of appointment, witnessed by Chief Justice Datuk Seri Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh.

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