KUALA LUMPUR: News over the termination of politically-appointed chairmen and board of directors in federal statutory bodies, government-linked companies (GLC) and state-investment funds has sent waves throughout the corporate world.
Many of the companies' and agencies' representatives told the New Straits Times that they only learnt of the development via news reports.
As of this afternoon, those affected by the move have yet to receive the letter or notice informing them on their termination.
One officer, attached to a GLC, said they have yet to be officially informed of the development.
"We only learnt about the matter from the news today.
"In addition, there was also (a copy of) the letter (signed by Chief Secretary to the Governnent Tan Sri Mohd Zuki Ali) being shared on WhatsApp.
"However, as of this afternoon, we have yet to receive the actual letter (on the government's directive over the termination)," the officer told the New Straits Times.
It was reported that the government has instructed the sacking of politically-appointed chairmen and board of directors in federal statutory bodies, Ministry of Finance (Incorporated) firms, GLC and government-linked investment companies (GLIC).
A letter signed by Zuki dated Dec 14, had stated that the decision was made in accordance with the cabinet meeting on Dec 14.
"The ministers in the cabinet meeting on Dec 14 have decided that chairman and board of directors in federal statutory bodies, Ministry of Finance (Incorporated) companies, government-linked companies and government-linked investment companies that are appointed politically will be terminated effective immediately," the letter read.