Malaysia transport minister still plans to quit, says megaprojects safe

Anthony Loke says China-backed ECRL, Malaysia-Singapore RTS projects are 'locked in' Malaysia Transport Minister Anthony Loke, right, shakes hands with Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee in Kuala Lumpur on July 28, 2023. Loke says major infrastructure projects under his ministry will not be affected by his planned departure from the cabinet. (Photo by Reuters) KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke said major infrastructure projects will remain on track even after he leaves the cabinet and said he would step down once house arrest for former Prime Minister Najib Razak begins.