PUTRAJAYA (Nov 27): Reiterating that his Cabinet will be downsized, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday said he will do away with the extravagant manner of appointing ministers as a form of reward. "I had a very good meeting with Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg (Gabungan Parti Sarawak chairman) yesterday. They have working committees also, to give some recommendations," he said, adding that he will be meeting Sabah Chief Minister and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor later on Sunday evening. Anwar during the press conference on his first day in office on Friday (Nov 25) said the Cabinet size would be reduced and he was also seeking the agreement from members who would be appointed to have their salaries reduced. Read also:PM eyes targeted subsidies for low-income groupsPM chairs National Action Council on Cost of Living Special Meeting

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