Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says there is no need to rush a decision on Transport Minister Anthony Loke’s resignation, though the letter has been received.

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government did not need to rush a decision on Transport Minister Anthony Loke’s resignation, despite receiving an official letter on the matter.

Anwar said the matter required careful consideration before making any decision.

“I have not accepted the resignation. I have received the letter, and he (Loke) said it was effective immediately, but I will, of course, take time to consider the matter carefully,” he told reporters after performing Friday prayers at Madrasathul Gouthiyyah Surau Brickfields here today.