COMMENT | Dear Anwar, congratulations on the formation of your new cabinet. It must have taken a lot from you. Stress, pressure, and the need to do that important “balancing act”. And to come up with a generally acceptable and credible cabinet.

Certainly, there is a good and equitable balance. Between the older and tested individuals, and the younger generation with potential.

Between experience and potential, to learn and lead. And the need to meet the demands of the various partners in the government. “For and of unity”.

To the cabinet members, some reminders.

To place people and nation first. To serve without fear or favour. Never factor in, into any equation, personal interest, whether direct or vicarious...