New Madani Government Cabinet 2026 – List of Names & Positions

The Madani Government’s New Cabinet 2026 is in the spotlight after Istana Negara confirmed that Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim agreed to meet with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at Istana Bukit Tunku this morning.

Although Anwar previously insisted that there are no major reshuffle plans in the near future, the MADANI Government Cabinet now has four vacant ministerial portfolios following resignations and the expiration of senatorial appointments.

The new Civilian Government Cabinet was announced with a total of 27 Ministers and Deputy Ministers appointed as well as new portfolio changes.

Why Need a Cabinet Reshuffle?

Cabinet reshuffles are usually done when the government wants to strengthen administration, improve policy effectiveness, or address current issues that require new expertise.

It is not just changing ministers, but a process of refreshing to ensure that the cabinet remains functional, relevant and able to meet the needs of the people.

1. Overcoming the Minister’s Unsatisfactory Performance

If there are ministries that fail to achieve targets, are ineffective or are often linked to administrative issues, a cabinet reshuffle gives room to replace or relocate ministers in order to improve the government’s performance.

2. Realigning Government Priorities

Sometimes, the government’s focus changes according to the current situation such as the economic crisis, the increase in the cost of living or national security. A reshuffle is needed to appoint individuals who are more suited to this new direction.

3. Strengthen Political Support

In a unity or coalition government, a cabinet reshuffle can help stabilize the support of component parties by adding more representatives to the cabinet or rearranging portfolios to make them more balanced.

4. Giving New Breath and Increasing People’s Confidence

A cabinet reshuffle is often seen as a sign that the government is sensitive to the people’s complaints. When a more authoritative figure is appointed, it can increase the people’s confidence in the government’s ability to manage the country.

5. Addressing Integrity Issues and Controversies

If there is a minister who faces scandal or constant criticism, a cabinet reshuffle allows the government to restore its image and ensure that the administration is cleaner and more transparent.

6. Ministry Structural Adjustments

Sometimes ministries need to be merged, separated or re-created to adapt to current economic and social needs. A cabinet reshuffle is needed to organize a more logical and efficient portfolio.

Complete List of the New Madani Government Cabinet

A total of 18 Ministers and Deputy Ministers changed portfolios, while nine new appointments were announced by Anwar.

The following is a list of the new MADANI Government administration members:

Minister

1. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territory) – Hannah Yeoh
2. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah Sarawak Affairs) – Datuk Mustapha Sakmud
3. Minister of Economy – Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir
4. Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) – Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani
5. Minister of Youth and Sports – Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari
6. Minister of Human Resources – Ramanan Ramakrishnan
7. Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives – Steven Sim Chee Keong
8. Minister of Plantation and Commodities – Datuk Seri Dr. Noraini Ahmad
9. Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability – Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup
10. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) – Dr. Zulkifli Hasan

Deputy Minister

1. Deputy Minister of Finance – Liew Chin Tong
2. Federal Territories Deputy Minister – Datuk Lo Su Fui
3. Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) – Marhamah Rosli
4. Deputy Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives – Mohamad Alamin
5. Deputy Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation – Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Haji Muhammad
6. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security – Datuk Chan Fung Hin
7. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs – Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni
8. Deputy Minister of Women, Family and Community Development – Lim Hui Ying
9. Deputy Minister of Higher Education – Adam Adli bin Abdul Halim
10. Deputy Minister of Tourism Arts and Culture – Chiew Choon Man
11. Deputy Minister of National Unity – Yuneswaran Ramaraj
12. Deputy Minister of MITI – Simmm
13. Deputy Minister of Health – Datuk Hajar Hanifah Hajar Taib
14. Deputy Minister of Economy – Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah
15. Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Nature Sustainability – Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh
16. Deputy Minister of Plantation and Commodities – Huang Tiong Sii
17. Deputy Minister of Human Resources – Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan
18. Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports – Mordi Anak Bimol

Minister’s Oath Taking Ceremony

The swearing-in ceremony approved by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim, is scheduled to take place at 10 am at Istana Negara, while the Council of Ministers meeting will continue at 2.30 pm tomorrow.

[LIVE] Cabinet Reshuffle Announcement by the Prime Minister

You can watch the announcement of the cabinet reshuffle by the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim here:

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