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However, analysts also pointed out that the cabinet reshuffle was a missed opportunity to make more sweeping changes and replace some ministers who have been criticised for below-par performances.
Political analyst Dr Azmi Hassan of the Nusantara Academy for Strategic Research told CNA that while some of the changes can be lauded, it was a wasted chance to replace other key ministers who have not performed.
"The surprise here is that some ministers who have done far worse have not been axed. There have been grumblings from the public and this has perhaps not been addressed by this cabinet reshuffle," he said.
Mr Anwar had announced the new line-up for his Cabinet on Tuesday morning (Dec 12), expanding it from 28 to 31 full ministers, with five new ministers being sworn in and one being dropped altogether.
He also confirmed portfolio swaps for key ministries of health, foreign affairs, defence, higher education as well as federal territories.
making changes - from cna
