Candidate · N1 Chennah (2026)
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Overall due diligence
High
Enhanced due diligence required
Records show a senior cabinet office with direct control of concessions, licensing and revenue-collection agents, plus an unresolved resignation offer, although no allegation against him personally is recorded.
Electoral resilience
Medium
Won ten recorded contests from 2004 to 2023 across Lobak, Rasah, Chennah and Seremban, several by five-figure parliamentary majorities. He lost the Chennah state seat in the 2026 state election.
Political continuity
Elevated
DAP, then DAP/PR, then DAP/PH across all recorded results, with DAP delegates voting 1,857 to 242 to stay in the federal government. He nonetheless submitted a resignation over the Najib pardon that the Prime Minister asked him to hold back.
Integrity signal
Review
No allegation, charge or conviction against him appears in the records; the matters on file are probes and suspensions he announced as minister. He denied claims that his ministry failed to act for three years on the arrears and denied ownership or party influence in the MyEG suspension.
Financial / corporate
Open
Records describe ministry dealings with MRL, ECRL Operation Sdn Bhd, APAD, Puspakom, MyEG, Zetrix and Integrated Marine Works. No company-registry, asset-declaration, credit or GLC-appointment checks on him personally are covered.
How much due-diligence attention each area needs — not a finding of wrongdoing.
Sitting cabinet minister and long-serving MP; exposure flows from the office itself.
Sits in DAP's central leadership, is publicly directed by the Prime Minister, and intervened directly in the Penang Chief Minister's quit-rent dispute.
Portfolio covers concessions, licensing and collection agents — Puspakom, ECRL/MRL, MyEG and Zetrix, and the IMWS port concession.
Ministerial oversight of MRL, ECRL Operation Sdn Bhd, APAD and licensed inspection operators; no personal directorship is recorded.
No court or legal proceeding naming him appears in the records; no court-registry or insolvency search is covered.
Records show no charge or finding against him, but they are press and election records only, with no MACC or registry check.
No asset declaration, shareholding or income disclosure for him is contained in the records.
Sustained coverage of the resignation episode, the MyEG/Zetrix arrears dispute and a 2026 state seat defeat.
RM314 million collected between 19 May and 30 September 2026 was not transferred to the ministry's collection account; MyEG and Zetrix were suspended as collection agents and he said legal action would be pursued.N30N31N34N35N37
Status: Suspension in force as reported; legal action stated but no filing or outcome recorded.
His ministry referred suspected approval of non-compliant vehicles, and possible syndicates or runners, to the MACC; three Puspakom staff were questioned.N19N20N21N27N28
Status: Investigation reported ongoing; no charges or findings recorded.
The public record supplied is dominated by official election results and press reporting of his ministerial statements, showing a long parliamentary and state-level electoral career from 2004 and a senior cabinet post with control over transport concessions, licensing and revenue-collection agents. No allegation, charge, conviction or court matter against him personally appears in these records; the integrity-relevant material concerns probes and suspensions he announced as minister, including the Puspakom inspection-fraud referral and the MyEG/Zetrix arrears. Attention is warranted because of the senior office, the unresolved status of the resignation he submitted in September 2026, and the absence of any company-registry, asset or court-registry verification.
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Johor Bahru, Johor and Singapore (Bukit Chagar RTS station) · Comment on the Bukit Chagar land issue delaying the RTS project review · 2019
Where it stands · latest report 2 Oct 2026
As of 2 Oct 2026, infrastructure works on the 4km Bukit Chagar–Woodlands North link are described as substantially complete and on track, but passenger service has slipped from end-December 2026 to an estimated February 2027. RTSO targets all system tests and trial runs by 31 Dec 2026, with independent safety certification and final approvals still outstanding; the supplied articles do not provide an updated cost against the RM4 billion estimate.
How it unfolded
After the 3 May 2019 promise to proceed with the 4km link at an estimated RM4 billion while seeking to reduce costs following the Bukit Chagar land snag, the project was suspended in 2019 after missing milestones and resumed in 2020 with a then-target of end-2026 service. On 12 Jul 2026, reporting still described the RTS as due to become operational by end-2026. By 2 Oct 2026, infrastructure was substantially complete, but system testing, independent safety certification and final approvals were outstanding, so RTSO moved passenger service to February 2027. It therefore remains in progress: the line is not yet open, the original end-2026 target had not yet elapsed as of 24 Oct 2026, and no supplied article updates the RM4 billion cost.
Promised
“Transport Minister Anthony Loke had estimated the train line to cost RM4 billion, and that Putrajaya was seeking ways to lower the cost.”
What happened
12 Jul 2026: Operations were still targeted for end-2026, with capacity of 10,000 travellers per hour each way.
Free Malaysia Today · 12 Jul 2026 — Singapore unveils plans for Woodlands hub to link with Johor RTS“The RTS Link will be able to transport up to 10,000 travellers an hour both ways when it becomes operational by the end of 2026.”
2 Oct 2026: The project was suspended in 2019 after missing milestones.
The Straits Times · 2 Oct 2026 — RTS Link now expected to open in Feb 2027 instead of Dec 2026“But in 2019, both countries agreed to suspend the project after it missed milestones.”
Status checked 24 Oct 2026
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook was born on 1976-02-05 in Seremban.
“date of birth: 1976-02-05; place of birth: Seremban”
According to Wikipedia, Anthony Loke Siew Fook joined DAP in 1994 at the age of 17, was elected to the party's Central Executive Committee after his 2004 victory, was appointed the party's director of political education and later secretary of its political education bureau, and was appointed organising secretary in 2012.
“Loke joined the DAP in 1994 at the age of 17, the minimum age required to become a member. He made his electoral debut in the 2004 Negeri Sembilan state election, contesting in Lobak. He won the contest and was re-elected in 2008. Following his victory in 2004, he was elected to the DAP's Central Executive Committee (CEC), and has been a member of this body since. He was also appointed the party's director of political education. In the 2008 general election, Loke was elected to the Dewan Rakyat representing Rasah, and became secretary of the party's political education bureau. In 2012, he was appointed the party's organising secretary.”
According to Wikipedia, Anthony Loke Siew Fook was educated at St. Paul's Institution and Seri Ampangan High School and graduated from the National University of Malaysia in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science in Development Science.
“He was educated at St. Paul's Institution and Seri Ampangan High School. He graduated from National University of Malaysia (UKM) in 2000 with a Bachelor Degree of Science (BSc) in Development Science.”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook held the position of ADUN Lobak, 2004–2013.
“position held: ADUN Lobak; start: 2004-03-21; end: 2013-05-05”
According to Wikipedia, Anthony Loke Siew Fook was State Chairman of DAP Negeri Sembilan from 2004 to 2026, resigning after failing to defend his seat in that year's state election, and also served as Leader of the Opposition in Negeri Sembilan.
“He was State Chairman of DAP Negeri Sembilan from 2004 to 2026, when he resigned following that year's state election where he failed to defend his seat. He has held a number of other party leadership roles, and was also the Leader of the Opposition in Negeri Sembilan.”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook held the position of Member of Parliament of Rasah, 2008–2013.
“position held: Member of Parliament of Rasah; start: 2008-01-01; end: 2013-01-01”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook held the position of Member of Parliament of Seremban, from 2013.
“position held: Member of Parliament of Seremban; start: 2013-01-01; end: http://www”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook held the position of ADUN Chennah, 2013–2026.
“position held: ADUN Chennah; start: 2013-01-01; end: 2026-06-05”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook held the position of Minister of Transport, 2018–2020.
“position held: Minister of Transport; start: 2018-05-21; end: 2020-02-24”
According to Wikipedia, Anthony Loke Siew Fook lost his position in the federal government as a result of the 2020–2022 Malaysian political crisis.
“He lost his position in federal government as a result of the 2020–2022 Malaysian political crisis.”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook held the position of Minister of Transport, from 2022.
“position held: Minister of Transport; start: 2022-12-02”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook held the position of member of the Dewan Rakyat for Seremban (Pakatan Harapan), from 2022.
“position held: member of the Dewan Rakyat; electoral district: Seremban; parliamentary group: Pakatan Harapan; start: 2022-11-19”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook held the position of Secretary-General of the Democratic Action Party, from 2022.
“position held: Secretary-General of the Democratic Action Party; start: 2022-03-20”
According to Wikipedia, Anthony Loke Siew Fook offered to resign as Minister of Transport on 19 September 2026 following the conditional pardon granted to Najib Razak, with the decision pending with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
“Loke had offered to resign as the Minister of Transport on 19 September 2026 following the conditional pardon granted to Najib Razak, pending decision from the Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim.”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook was educated at National University of Malaysia.
“educated at: National University of Malaysia”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook was educated at Universiti Malaya.
“educated at: Universiti Malaya”
According to Wikidata, Anthony Loke Siew Fook was a member of Democratic Action Party.
“member of political party: Democratic Action Party”
Arrests, charges, convictions, sentences, acquittals and pardons as reported by credible sources. Each item is marked with its stage — a charge is not a conviction — and outcomes are listed where reported.
The Edge Malaysia reported that the Attorney General's Chambers classified the Teoh Beng Hock case as requiring no further action in May 2025, a decision that drew heavy criticism on DAP, the party headed by Anthony Loke Siew Fook, because the party had been among the most vocal demanders of justice for Teoh while in opposition.
“In May, the Attorney General's Chambers classified the case as requiring "no further action" — a decision that has brought heavy criticism upon DAP as the party had been one of the most vocal voices demanding justice for Teoh during its years in opposition.”
Bernama reported that the conditional pardon to which Loke's resignation responded allows Najib to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest until Aug 23, 2028, subject to payment of a RM50 million fine.
“It allows him to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest until Aug 23, 2028, subject to the payment of a RM50 million fine.”
Malaysiakini reported that Loke said the Transport Ministry would take legal action against MyEG to recover funds owed to the Road Transport Department.
“He also stressed that the Transport Ministry will take legal action against MyEG to recover the funds owed to RTD.”
Astro Awani reported that Anthony Loke said he would continue carrying out his duties temporarily until former prime minister Najib Razak returns home to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest.
“beliau akan terus menjalankan tugas buat sementara waktu sehingga bekas Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak pulang untuk menjalani baki hukuman di bawah tahanan rumah.”
Astro Awani reported that Anthony Loke said the letter of resignation he submitted to the prime minister takes effect on the day Najib Razak is released from Kajang prison and returns home.
“Sampai Najib dibebaskan, balik rumah, hari itu maka berkuatkuasalah peletakan jawatan saya”
Allegations and investigations as reported by credible outlets. An allegation is not a finding; read each with its stage and source.
The Vibes reported that former transport minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook questioned the Transport Ministry for adding reclamation work to a dredging concession granted to a subsidiary of Inai Kiara Sdn Bhd, saying the original concession covered dredging only.
““Why did MoT add reclamation into this concession as it was only dredging (work) in the past? “Is it because if the concession only covers capital and maintenance dredging, it is not ‘lucrative’ enough for the failed company?” he told The Vibes.”
The Vibes reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook raised the concession matter in the March 2022 parliamentary sitting and warned the cabinet against approving the deal as detrimental to port development nationwide.
“The Seremban MP had previously raised the pressing matter in March’s parliamentary sitting and had issued a warning to the cabinet to not to approve the deal as it would be detrimental to the port developments nationwide.”
The Vibes reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said Integrated Marine Works Sdn Bhd had failed to complete many of its previous projects and criticised his successor's decision to grant the company a concession worth nearly RM1 billion.
“Noting that IMW had failed to complete many previous projects under its watch, Loke lambasted his successor for making a “scandalous” decision to grant a multi-billion value concession to the subsidiary of a bankrupt company.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that DAP secretary general Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's ex-gratia payment offer to the family of the late Teoh Beng Hock comes with no conditions and is intended solely to secure the future of Teoh's child, adding that the family remains free to speak out and pursue justice 16 years after the death.
“The ex-gratia payment offer by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is intended solely to secure the future of Teoh's child, Loke said at a press conference on Thursday, stressing that the family remains free to speak out and pursue justice still elusive 16 years after his death.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Loke said DAP's commitment to uncovering the truth behind Teoh Beng Hock's death stands, and that the party will provide full legal support should new critical evidence emerge.
“Should new critical evidence emerge, the DAP reaffirms its commitment to providing full legal support," he added.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Loke, appearing with other DAP leaders, acknowledged that the Teoh Beng Hock investigation remains incomplete and has not met the family's expectations.
“At Thursday's press conference, Loke was joined by Ean Yong, DAP vice-chairman Teo Nie Ching, and Selangor DAP chief Ng Sze Han in bowing "in respect and sorrow" to Teoh's family — acknowledging that the investigation remains incomplete and has yet to meet the family's expectations.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke said the Transport Ministry would carry out preliminary investigations and early intelligence work to obtain solid evidence, because syndicates evading enforcement implicates the integrity of the ministry's own enforcement personnel, before the matter is handed to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (SPRM).
“pihaknya akan melakukan siasatan dan risikan awal terlebih dahulu untuk mendapatkan bukti kukuh kerana ia melibatkan integiiti pasukan penguat kuasa sendiri sebelum diserahkan kepada Suruhanjaya Pencegahan Rasuah Malaysia (SPRM).”
Malaysiakini reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said his ministry would work with the MACC to investigate vehicles that passed Puspakom inspections without meeting Road Transport Department standards, covering possible syndicates that approve non-compliant vehicles.
“Loke also said the ministry will collaborate with MACC to investigate vehicles that passed the Puspakom inspection without meeting standards.He said the probe would address both integrity issues and the possible existence of syndicates offering unauthorised services, such as approving vehicles that do not comply with RTD standards.”
Malaysiakini reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said three Puspakom staff members had been questioned in the inspection-fraud probe and that he did not rule out summoning more.
“Loke added that three Puspakom staff members have been questioned so far, and he did not rule out the possibility of summoning others.”
Bernama reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the Transport Ministry would collaborate with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission to investigate vehicles that fail to meet the standards set by the Computerised Vehicle Inspection Centre (Puspakom).
“The Transport Ministry (MOT) will collaborate with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to investigate vehicles that fail to meet the standards set by the Computerised Vehicle Inspection Centre (Puspakom).”
Bernama reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the probe would examine integrity issues and the possible existence of syndicates or 'runners' that enable vehicles failing inspections to be approved.
“There have been discussions in the market about 'runners', cartels, and other means that enable vehicles which fail inspections to be approved. This matter will be thoroughly investigated," he told reporters after opening the new RTD Putrajaya office here today.”
Bernama reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said three Puspakom staff members had been questioned and that more could be summoned for questioning if necessary.
“Loke added that three Puspakom staff members have been questioned so far, and he did not rule out the possibility of summoning others for questioning if necessary.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said similar complaints about the corporate mafia scheme had been raised previously, including in Parliament, and that Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo's clients had faced similar issues.
““We have heard similar complaints before, but no international media outlet has reported on them.” The matter was previously raised several years ago, even in Parliament, and Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo as a practising lawyer has had clients facing similar issues, Loke highlighted.”
Malaysiakini reported that the Road Transport Department announced on 2 Oct 2026 that services provided by MyEG and Zetrix AI as its collection agents would be suspended from 5 Oct 2026, citing the companies' unfulfilled obligations and unresolved positions in a collection contract held by Loke's ministry.
“On Oct 2, RTD announced the suspension of services provided by MyEG and Zetrix AI under the MyEG Group as collection agents for RTD, effective Oct 5.”
Malaysiakini reported that Loke said MyEG's failure to remit RTD collections, totalling RM314 million, occurred between May and 30 Sept 2026 and that earlier arrears were paid after the ministry issued letters and reminders, contradicting media reports of three years of non-payment.
“"I want to correct media reports asking why RTD and the Transport Ministry did not take action for years, or why no action was taken over the past three years."”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said he and Gobind Singh Deo had called for a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the corporate mafia allegation and had issued a joint statement on the matter.
“As far as we are concerned, as [far as] DAP is concerned, we have made our position very clear. I have openly called for the RCI (Royal Commission of Inquiry) to investigate the corporate mafia allegation together with Gobind (Singh Deo, Minister of Digital and DAP national chairman). Both of us cabinet ministers, we issued a joint statement. Of course, it was not to the liking of a lot of people, but we stated our position. It is our position and we maintain that position.”
Astro Awani reported that Anthony Loke offered his resignation as Transport Minister on 19 September 2026 following the conditional pardon of Najib Razak.
“Pada 19 September lalu, Anthony menawarkan peletakan jawatan sebagai Menteri Pengangkutan susulan keputusan pengampunan bersyarat terhadap Najib.”
Astro Awani reported that Anthony Loke said his decision to resign was based on the DAP party's position on the house arrest of Najib Razak, which the party did not agree with.
“Keputusan parti dibuat berdasarkan respons dan pendirian DAP terhadap isu tahanan rumah Datuk Seri Najib Razak yang kita tidak setuju”
The Vibes reported that Anthony Loke said no corruption scandals were reported against the Negeri Sembilan state government during the eight years of Aminuddin Harun's administration as Menteri Besar.
“One of the most important things we should be proud of is that during our eight years in the state government administration—and his eight years as Menteri Besar—no corruption scandals have plagued this administration.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said he had submitted his resignation from Anwar Ibrahim’s Cabinet, which would take effect when Najib Razak began house arrest, while Anwar had asked him to remain temporarily pending a decision.
“Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said he will quit Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s Cabinet once jailed former PM Datuk Seri Najib Razak begins serving his house arrest granted under a conditional royal pardon. Loke said he submitted his resignation letter on Monday to Anwar, who asked him to remain in his role temporarily. Anwar “will make a decision”, Loke said at a briefing in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday. “But I said there is a timeframe. The timeframe is the day Najib returns home, my resignation takes effect.” Loke, the secretary general of the Democratic Action Party — the biggest component of Anwar’s Pakatan Harapan coalition — earlier announced his intention to resign from the Cabinet in response to the royal reprieve given to Najib.”
Malaysiakini reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke said he had offered to submit his resignation to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim after the DAP central executive committee decided to respond to the conditional pardon granted to Najib Abdul Razak.
“After three hours of discussions and debates, we have reached a decision. I have offered to submit my resignation as transport minister to the prime minister," Loke said in a press conference at the DAP headquarters today.”
Malaysiakini reported that Anthony Loke said no individual involved in corruption offences had previously been placed under house arrest, while adding that DAP respected the power of the king.
“Speaking about Najib's pardon, Loke said that to date, there had never been an individual involved in corruption offences placed under house arrest.”
The Vibes reported that Anthony Loke offered to resign after the Federal Territories Pardons Board allowed Najib Razak to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest, and that Anwar Ibrahim would discuss the offer with him before asking him to withdraw it.
“PRIME Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has asked Transport Minister Anthony Loke to reconsider his decision to offer his resignation following the decision allowing former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest. According to the New Straits Times, Anwar said he would speak to Loke further before asking him to withdraw the resignation offer.”
The Vibes reported that Anwar Ibrahim said Loke's decision to offer his resignation did not mean he opposed Anwar's decision, the Madani government or cooperation within the unity government.
““I gave him space and did not want to rush things because I respect his decision. He is not opposing my decision or the Madani government or cooperation within the unity government,” he said.”
The Straits Times reported that Loke refuted claims that the ministry and the Road Transport Department had failed to act over a three-year period, saying the arrears began accumulating in May 2026.
““The three-year figure is inaccurate. The outstanding arrears began accumulating in May of this year, a period of just a few months, not three years,” Loke told a press conference at the ministry on Oct 5.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said Zetrix AI did not remit RM314 million in JPJ collections between May and September 2026.
“Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the company did not remit RM314 million in JPJ collections between May and September this year.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said Zetrix issued the government a RM231 million cheque in September 2026 to settle the arrears but instructed the bank to stop payment when it was credited on 30 September 2026.
“He said Zetrix had issued the government a RM231 million cheque in September to settle the arrears, but the company had instructed the bank to stop payment when it was credited on Sept 30.”
The Edge Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said Zetrix's services would not be restored until the arrears were settled and that additional conditions would be imposed even if the company paid the amount in full.
“He said Zetrix's services will not be restored until the arrears are settled, and that additional conditions would be imposed even if the company paid the amount in full.”
The Vibes reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the party's central leadership was very concerned about the open dispute between Chow Kon Yeow and Lim Guan Eng, describing it as unhealthy and inappropriate amid geopolitical and economic uncertainty.
“Loke was reported to have said that the party's central leadership was very concerned about the open dispute between the two leaders, which was deemed unhealthy and inappropriate, especially in the current geopolitical and economic uncertainty.”
The Vibes reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said there is a need to review quit rent in commercial zones to ensure the financial sustainability of the Penang state government, while the approach must be balanced, responsive and considerate.
“Loke, who is also the Minister of Transport, said that although there was a need to review the quit rent in commercial zones to ensure the financial sustainability of the state government, the approach must be balanced, responsive and considerate.”
Malaysiakini reported that Anthony Loke offered to resign as transport minister after DAP's emergency central executive committee meeting held over the conditional pardon allowing Najib Abdul Razak to serve the remainder of his SRC International sentence under house arrest until 23 Aug 2028.
“After DAP's emergency CEC meeting, Loke offered to resign as transport minister, while the other DAP ministers remain in government to maintain political stability.”
Malaysiakini reported that Anthony Loke opposed the Pardons Board’s decision to grant Najib Abdul Razak further clemency.
““The question is, when the Pardons Board made its decision, he (Loke) objected and disagreed with the decision,” Tuan Ibrahim told Harakah.”
Malaysiakini reported that Anthony Loke said Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh's views as a member of the Pardons Board were consistent with DAP's principles.
“Loke said Yeoh's views were consistent with DAP's principles.”
Bernama reported that Anthony Loke said the government suspended MyEG Sdn Bhd and Zetrix AI Bhd as government revenue collection agents on 5 Oct because RM314 million collected between 19 May and 30 Sept had not been transferred to the government.
“PUTRAJAYA, Oct 5 (Bernama) -- The services of MyEG Sdn Bhd and Zetrix AI Bhd, under MYEG Group, as government revenue collection agents were suspended because they failed to transfer to the government the RM314 million revenue collected between May 19 and Sept 30, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said. He said the government took action after the companies failed to settle the outstanding amount despite receiving 35 reminders and being engaged by the authorities since May.”
Bernama reported that Anthony Loke denied the suspension was influenced by MyEG's ownership or links to any political party.
“Loke also stressed that the action was not influenced by the company’s ownership or links to any party. “I treat every company, every agent the same. Which party it is linked to is not our consideration. The fact is there are outstanding payments and obligations to the government that have not been fulfilled, and action must be taken,” he said.”
Bernama reported that Anthony Loke said MyEG would remain suspended as a revenue collection agent until the arrears were settled and that legal action would be pursued.
“Loke said MYEG would remain suspended as a revenue collection agent until the arrears were settled, while legal action would also be pursued.”
Bernama reported that Anthony Loke denied a newspaper report that the arrears had accumulated over three years and said the unpaid RM314 million dated from May that year.
“The minister also denied a newspaper report that the arrears had accumulated over three years. “There had previously been occasional delays, but MYEG settled the arrears after receiving reminders. “The RM314 million that remains unpaid dates from May this year, just a few months ago, not three years,” he said.”
The Vibes reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said he rejected Integrated Marine Works Sdn Bhd's requests to extend its concession while he was transport minister and had no plans to renew it because he intended to open the sector to competition.
““The company is not well-managed, and they should not be given another concession. “I refused to entertain their requests and had no plans to extend the concession as I was planning to open up the sector for competition. “It would benefit more local companies, which can do similar jobs, instead of just saving one badly-managed company.””
Bernama reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said he would convene a meeting between Chow Kon Yeow and Lim Guan Eng to resolve the dispute over Penang's new quit-rent rates and criticised their public exchange over the issue.
“Yesterday, Loke said he would convene a meeting between Chow and Lim to resolve the ongoing dispute over the new quit rent rates in the state, and described their public spat as unhealthy and inappropriate, particularly amid current geopolitical and economic uncertainties.”
Bernama reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook directed Chow Kon Yeow not to discuss the quit-rent issue in the media, with Chow saying he would comply.
“Chow said he will also comply with Loke’s directive not to discuss the issue in the media to avoid negative perceptions and impacts on the party leaderships and the state government as a whole.”
Focus Malaysia reported that Anwar Ibrahim instructed Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook to urgently address persistent overcrowding on train services because it is disrupting commuters' daily routines.
“PRIME Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has instructed Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook to urgently address persistent overcrowding on train services, warning that it is disrupting the daily lives of commuters.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Anwar Ibrahim, as Prime Minister, directed Anthony Loke Siew Fook in his capacity as Transport Minister to immediately resolve the train service congestion issue, following a public complaint on social media about crowded train stations.
“Perkara itu susulan rungutan seorang pengguna media sosial, siti.anisahj berhubung kesesakan di stesen tren yang dikongsikan menerusi platform Threads, malam tadi.”
The Vibes reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook and his ministry were called on by the prime minister to take immediate action on train overcrowding following complaints from commuters.
“RAPIDKL and the Transport Ministry have been called on to urgently address persistent train overcrowding after commuters complained of packed services disrupting their daily journeys. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim called on Rapid KL, Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook and the ministry to take immediate action, following a complaint on Threads about the lack of space on trains.”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said MyBas services will be provided at selected ECRL stations through the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD), that the operator is in discussions with bus operators, and that every ECRL station is equipped with a main access road and drop-off areas for taxis, e-hailing and buses.
““Pihak pengendali turut mengadakan perbincangan dengan pengusaha bas, manakala perkhidmatan MyBas akan disediakan di stesen terpilih menerusi Agensi Pengangkutan Awam Darat (APAD).”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said the Transport Ministry, through Malaysia Rail Link Sdn. Bhd. (MRL), will continue coordinating with the Kelantan state government and stakeholders to finalise the ECRL extension alignment from Kota Bharu to Rantau Panjang, covering technical requirements, land acquisition and implementation planning before construction begins.
“Dalam perkembangan berkaitan, Kementerian Pengangkutan melalui Malaysia Rail Link Sdn. Bhd. (MRL) akan meneruskan penyelarasan bersama kerajaan negeri Kelantan dan pihak berkepentingan bagi memuktamadkan jajaran sambungan ECRL dari Kota Bharu ke Rantau Panjang.”
Kosmo reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook told the Dewan Rakyat the ECRL project is expected to need about 1,800 basic and specialist workers in its operations phase, with at least 80 per cent of posts to be filled by Malaysians, and that the government is running the Industrial Service Training Programme (PLKI) to prepare locals for those jobs.
“Projek Laluan Rel Pantai Timur (ECRL) dijangka memerlukan kira-kira 1,800 tenaga kerja asas dan pakar ketika fasa operasi, dengan sekurang-kurangnya 80 peratus jawatan perlu diisi rakyat Malaysia.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke said the Road Transport Department (JPJ) will continue monitoring and carrying out appropriate interim enforcement action during the transition period, and that the full enforcement date will be announced to the industry in advance once outstanding matters are concluded.
““Walaupun penguatkuasaan penuh ditangguhkan, JPJ terus menjalankan pemantauan serta tindakan penguatkuasaan interim yang bersesuaian dalam tempoh peralihan ini,” katanya di Dewan Rakyat, hari ini.”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said the suspension of MYEG's JPJ collection service did not disrupt users, as summons payments, road tax renewals and licence renewals remained accessible through other channels and applications.
““Kita tidak menghadapi masalah pun dalam dua minggu ini. Kutipan saman, pembaharuan cukai jalan, pembaharuan lesen dapat diakses oleh orang ramai seperti biasa kerana ramai sekarang ini telah pun beralih kepada penggunaan aplikasi,” katanya.”
Kosmo reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that Prasarana Malaysia Berhad allocated almost RM5 million for the Masjid Jamek LRT station beautification project, implemented in phases since 2025 and expected to be fully completed by end-2027.
“Prasarana Malaysia Berhad (Prasarana) memperuntukkan hampir RM5 juta bagi Projek Pengindahan Stesen Transit Aliran Ringan (LRT) Masjid Jamek dalam usaha meningkatkan keselesaan pengguna serta menjadikan kawasan berkenaan lebih menarik dan mesra pengunjung.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke said RM1,000 in special financial assistance is being distributed to 38,000 taxi and hire-car drivers and 15,000 school bus drivers nationwide, funded from the special number series proceeds with the Prime Minister's agreement, with remaining recipients to be paid within two weeks.
“Beliau berkata, hasil itu antara lain digunakan untuk menyalurkan bantuan RM1,000 kepada 38,000 pemandu teksi dan kereta sewa serta 15,000 pemandu bas sekolah di seluruh negara.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Loke said 13 of the 17 memoranda of understanding and agreement documents signed at TXA 2026 involved the rail sector, with the remaining four covering road and maritime sectors.
“Sementara itu, sebanyak 13 daripada 17 memorandum persefahaman (MoU) dan dokumen perjanjian yang dimeterai sempena TTXA 2026 adalah melibatkan sektor rel.”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said the open payment system for Rapid Bus services in the Klang Valley is expected to be completed within 15 months on a phased basis.
““Pelaksanaan sistem pembayaran terbuka bagi perkhidmatan bas Rapid Bus di Lembah Klang pula dijangka selesai dalam tempoh 15 bulan secara berfasa.”
Kosmo reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook told Parliament the full open payment system for Rapid KL rail services is targeted for completion within 30 months of the project starting, with 30 percent of passenger access and fare-collection equipment at each station expected to support the system in the first 12 months.
“Pelaksanaan penuh sistem pembayaran terbuka bagi perkhidmatan rel Rapid KL disasarkan selesai dalam tempoh 30 bulan selepas projek itu dimulakan. Menteri Pengangkutan, Anthony Loke Siew Fook berkata, sebanyak 30 peratus peralatan akses penumpang dan kutipan tambang di setiap stesen dijangka menyokong sistem itu dalam tempoh 12 bulan pertama.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said ECRL cargo operations from Gombak to Kota Bharu are expected to begin at the same time as passenger services, while the cargo link to Port Klang requires about another year because construction of the Gombak-Port Klang stretch is ongoing.
““Operasi kargo dari Gombak ke Kota Bharu boleh dimulakan, tetapi buat masa ini ia masih belum dapat dihubungkan ke Pelabuhan Klang.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the Cabinet approved the roughly 32km ECRL extension from Kota Bharu to Rantau Panjang following Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's visit to China the previous month, and that the project is expected to take about four and a half years to complete, with the first two years focused on land acquisition and technical assessment.
“Menteri Pengangkutan, Anthony Loke Siew Fook berkata, projek sambungan sehingga ke sempadan Malaysia-Thailand itu telah mendapat kelulusan Kabinet susulan lawatan Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim ke China pada bulan lalu.”
Sinar Harian reported that Anwar Ibrahim publicly directed the Transport Ministry, naming its minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook, to take note of train overcrowding and resolve it urgently.
“"Wassalam. Saya mohon @myrapidkl dan @ministryoftransportmy @lokesiewfook ambil perhatian pada permasalahan ini dan cari penyelesaian segera."”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said MYEG and Zetrix AI Berhad's services as JPJ revenue collection agents were suspended after they failed to transfer RM314 million in government revenue collected between 19 May and 30 September.
“Terdahulu, pada 5 Oktober lalu, Anthony dilaporkan berkata, perkhidmatan MYEG dan Zetrix AI Berhad sebagai ejen pemungut hasil JPJ digantung selepas gagal memindahkan kutipan hasil kerajaan berjumlah RM314 juta bagi tempoh 19 Mei hingga 30 September lalu.”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said every ringgit spent on the Masjid Jamek LRT station project must deliver tangible benefits to the people, and that the improvements must raise comfort, safety and facilities rather than only aesthetics.
““Saya mahu penambahbaikan ini bukan sekadar menjadikan stesen lebih cantik, tetapi benar-benar meningkatkan keselesaan, keselamatan dan kemudahan kepada pengguna. “Setiap ringgit yang dibelanjakan mesti memberikan manfaat yang nyata kepada rakyat,” katanya ketika berucap pada Majlis Pelancaran Projek Pengindahan Stesen LRT Masjid Jamek di sini, hari ini.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke Siew Fook said government decisions are made on the legal advice of the Attorney General's Chambers, and that any party dissatisfied with a legal position may go to court for judicial review, as 10 former Negeri Sembilan state executive councillors had done, and that whether an action breaches the Federal Constitution is for the courts and not the PAS president to decide.
“Mana-mana pihak yang tidak berpuas hati dengan apa-apa pendirian undang-undang itu boleh pergi ke mahkamah untuk mendapatkan semakan kehakiman, seperti apa yang dibuat oleh 10 Exco yang diberhentikan di Negeri Sembilan. Mereka sudah memfailkan semakan kehakiman," katanya.”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said the procurement process requires a long period to ensure Prasarana Malaysia Berhad complies with standard operating procedures and best governance principles before the contract is awarded.
“Anthony berkata, proses perolehan memerlukan tempoh panjang bagi memastikan Prasarana Malaysia Berhad (Prasarana) mematuhi prosedur operasi standard (SOP) serta prinsip tadbir urus terbaik.”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke Siew Fook said an engagement session will be held to explain the policy's implementation to the relevant parties, and that terminals have been confirmed as unable to charge more than existing rates.
“Kita telah memastikan pihak terminal tidak boleh mengenakan caj lebih daripada kadar sedia ada. Malah kita harap dia dapat rendahkan caj itu dan memberikan pulangan yang lebih baik kepada pihak syarikat bas.”
Bernama reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook told the Dewan Rakyat that the government has not yet decided whether to provide financial support to financially distressed AirAsia Group Bhd, and that the Transport and Finance Ministries are reviewing proposals to assist the airline.
“The government has yet to decide whether to provide financial support to financially distressed AirAsia Group Bhd, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook. He said both the Ministry of Transport and the Ministry of Finance are reviewing proposals to assist the airline.”
Kosmo reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the government plans to insert a specific provision in the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333) to require drivers convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs to pay compensation to victims or their heirs, as an additional punishment to existing fines and imprisonment, with the amount to be determined by the court.
“KUALA LUMPUR – Kerajaan bercadang memasukkan peruntukan khusus dalam Akta Pengangkutan Jalan 1987 [Akta 333] bagi mewajibkan pesalah yang memandu di bawah pengaruh alkohol atau dadah membayar pampasan kepada mangsa atau waris.”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said the ECRL fare structure uses a dynamic fare mechanism based on travel time, ticket purchase period and seat class, and that family, group and travel-pass packages are still under consideration and will be introduced from time to time by the operating company, ECRL Operation Sdn. Bhd. (EOSB).
“Katanya, cadangan pakej tambang keluarga, kumpulan dan pas perjalanan untuk pengguna kerap masih dalam pertimbangan dan akan diperkenalkan oleh syarikat pengendali, ECRL Operation Sdn. Bhd. (EOSB), dari semasa ke semasa.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook told the Dewan Rakyat that full enforcement of the Speed Limitation Device (SLD) for commercial vehicles has been postponed until the legal framework on installation, verification and enforcement is finalised and gazetted, and that the postponement does not mean the SLD requirement is cancelled or that affected vehicles are exempted.
“Menteri pengangkutan, Anthony Loke Siew Fook berkata, penangguhan itu bukan bermaksud pelaksanaan SLD dibatalkan atau kenderaan terlibat dikecualikan daripada keperluan berkenaan.”
Bernama reported that Loke said DAP respected the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's authority to grant pardons and that this authority could not be challenged.
“Loke reiterated that DAP respected the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s authority to grant pardons, which he said could not be challenged.”
Kosmo reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the Ministry of Transport has practised an open-data policy on public transport for several years and encourages developers to build public transport applications using data such as daily passenger numbers, service frequency, train trips and timetables.
““Kita dari segi data, ia lebih kepada data pengangkutan awam. Data jalan raya pula di bawah Lembaga Lebuh Raya dan juga Jabatan Kerja Raya. Bagi data pengangkutan awam, sejak beberapa tahun lalu kita telah mengamalkan dasar data terbuka.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the government has no plans to introduce custom 'vanity' vehicle registration numbers and will retain the existing letter-and-number system, despite the potential for higher revenue.
““Cadangan itu pernah dibincangkan namun kami tidak bercadang untuk mengeluarkan nombor pendaftaran kenderaan mengikut nama. Kami akan mengekalkan sistem sedia ada yang menggunakan kombinasi huruf dan nombor, seperti yang diamalkan sejak puluhan tahun lalu.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Loke said TXA will emphasise next-generation transport technology such as autonomous vehicles, robotics, drones and unmanned aircraft, and will provide space for industry collaboration with higher education institutions to commercialise local research.
“Anthony Loke berkata, pameran itu turut memberi penekanan kepada teknologi pengangkutan generasi baharu termasuk kenderaan autonomi, robotik, dron dan pesawat tanpa pemandu.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke said his ministry wants the Asia Transport Expo (TXA) to become a fixed biennial event, with the next edition planned for 2028 and modelled on LIMA.
“Menteri Pengangkutan, Anthony Loke Siew Fook berkata, kementeriannya mahu TXA menjadi acara tetap yang dianjurkan setiap dua tahun dengan edisi seterusnya dirancang pada 2028.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the government wants more train components supplied by local companies and is pursuing localisation so that assembly and component supply benefit domestic industry.
““Kita bukan sahaja mahu menjadi pengguna tetapi juga mahu membangunkan industri supaya industri yang melibatkan pembekalan ini dapat menjana ekonomi negara kita.”
Kosmo reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the government intends to block express bus ticket sales through unlicensed online ticket agents (OTAs), aiming to ensure ticket sales and terminal management go through terminals licensed by the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) and that the move would not harm bus operating companies.
“Menteri Pengangkutan, Anthony Loke Siew Fook berkata, langkah itu tidak akan merugikan syarikat pengendali bas, sebaliknya bertujuan memastikan penjualan tiket dilakukan menerusi terminal yang dilesenkan oleh Agensi Pengangkutan Awam Darat (APAD).”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said four categories — children aged two to 12, senior citizens aged 60 and above, persons with disabilities and government pensioners — will receive a permanent 50 per cent fare discount.
“empat kategori yang diumumkan semalam iaitu Kanak-kanak berusia dua hingga 12 tahun, warga emas berumur 60 tahun ke atas serta golongan Orang Kurang Upaya (OKU) serta pesara kerajaan bakal menikmati diskaun tambang 50 peratus secara tetap”
Kosmo reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced a 30 per cent fare discount on ECRL economy class for the first month of operations, coinciding with the official launch expected to begin on 12 December.
“Sempena pembukaan rasmi yang dijangka bermula pada 12 Disember, untuk bulan pertama orang ramai akan menikmati sebanyak 30 peratus diskaun.”
Focus Malaysia reported that Loke backed legislation in 2023 to institutionalise equal constituency funding, and that DAP renewed its call for the reform in 2026.
“To be fair, DAP leaders have publicly supported equal allocations. Loke himself backed legislation to institutionalise equal constituency funding in 2023, while the party renewed its call for the reform in 2026.”
Bernama reported that Loke offered to resign after a DAP Central Executive Committee meeting held on Sept 19, 2026, in response to the conditional pardon granted to Najib.
“Loke offered to resign following a DAP Central Executive Committee (CEC) meeting on Sept 19 in response to the conditional pardon granted to Najib.”
Bernama reported that Loke said his resignation was a DAP party decision based on the party's response and position on Najib's house arrest, which DAP does not agree with.
““My resignation is a party decision, based on DAP’s response and position on Datuk Seri Najib’s house arrest, which we do not agree with,””
Bernama reported that Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook confirmed he submitted his resignation letter to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Sept 28, 2026, and that he continues serving until a successor is appointed.
“Transport Minister Anthony Loke has confirmed that he submitted his resignation letter to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday.”
Bernama reported that Loke said his resignation covered only his Cabinet position and that other DAP ministers and deputy ministers would remain in the government to maintain political stability.
“He added that the resignation only involved his position as a Cabinet member, while other DAP ministers and deputy ministers would remain in the government to ensure continued political stability.”
Focus Malaysia reported that DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke Siew Fook attended the Old Paulians' Association 100th anniversary reunion dinner at St Paul's Institution, Seremban, on 5 Sept 2026, an alumni fundraising event at which alcohol was served to guests.
“More pertinently, Chegu Bard lambasted the presence of DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke Siew Fook who is an old pupil of St Paul's Institution by virtue of having completed his primary and secondary education there before graduating as part of the Class of 1994. Apart from Loke, many DAP strongmen were present at the event such as the party’s state assemblywoman YB Nicole Tan (Kepayang) and former DAP state assemblywoman for Rahang Datuk Mary Josephine Pritam Singh”
Kosmo reported that Anthony Loke said the arrears payment from MYEG and Zetrix AI Berhad had still not been received by the ministry.
““Dari segi pembayaran, ia masih belum lagi,” katanya ringkas pada sidang akhbar selepas Majlis Pelancaran Projek Pengindahan Stesen Transit Aliran Ringan (LRT) Masjid Jamek, di sini hari ini.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke said his ministry will continue issuing two to three special vehicle registration series each year to generate revenue, and that the 'H' series launched in September raised RM91.2 million.
“Katanya, siri nombor pendaftaran khas H yang dilancarkan pada September lalu berjaya menjana hasil sebanyak RM91.2 juta kepada kerajaan.”
Utusan Malaysia reported that Anthony Loke said the Gemas-Johor Bahru double-tracking rail project alone involves spending of more than RM10 billion, with other rail projects also costing billions of ringgit.
“Menurutnya, projek landasan berkembar Gemas-Johor Bahru sahaja melibatkan perbelanjaan lebih RM10 bilion manakala projek rel lain turut menelan kos berbilion ringgit.”
Contested 10 elections, won 9.
| Election | Seat | Ticket | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Negeri Sembilan state election 2026 | N1 Chennah | DAP · PH | 5,038 46.8% | 2nd of 2 |
| Negeri Sembilan state election 2023 | N1 Chennah | DAP · PH | 5,888 61.5% | Won by 2,200 |
| GE15 (2022) | P128 Seremban | DAP · PH | 63,920 51.8% | Won by 30,844 |
| Negeri Sembilan state election 2018 | N1 Chennah | DAP · PH | 5,031 50.9% | Won by 1,155 |
| GE14 (2018) | P128 Seremban | DAP · PH | 55,503 60.4% | Won by 30,694 |
| Negeri Sembilan state election 2013 | N1 Chennah | DAP · PR | 5,128 56.0% | Won by 1,098 |
| GE13 (2013) | P128 Seremban | DAP · PR | 45,628 53.1% | Won by 12,553 |
| Negeri Sembilan state election 2008 | N11 Lobak | DAP · PR | 9,244 80.0% | Won by 6,928 |
| GE12 (2008) | P130 Rasah | DAP · PR | 34,271 61.9% | Won by 13,151 |
| Negeri Sembilan state election 2004 | N11 Lobak | DAP | 5,991 59.1% | Won by 1,842 |
Official gazetted results via the Malaysian Election Corpus (grade A record).
Collected automatically from credible outlets and Wikipedia, then cross-checked: Verified items match the official record, Confirmed items were reported by two or more different outlets, and single-source items are one outlet’s report. Partisan and anonymous claims are never shown.