Malaysian Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli Resigns

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli announced his resignation from the Malaysian Cabinet on May 28, 2025, effective June 17th. He will utilize his remaining annual leave until June 16th. The announcement, delivered via a short video posted by MalaysiaGazette, follows Ramli's recent loss in a party election. "The resignation will take effect from June 17th, and I will be using my annual leave until June 16th," said Ramli in the video. He expressed gratitude for the support received during his tenure. The video also highlighted Ramli's commitment to the reforms in the 13th Malaysia Plan, indicating a hope that these initiatives will continue despite his departure. The news has sparked discussion about the future of economic policy in Malaysia.