Malaysia PM's new cabinet excludes scandal-tainted UMNO colleagues

Ismail Sabri vows 'results-oriented' team that looks much like his predecessor's

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Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob, seen during his inauguration on Aug. 21, says his new cabinet will work to rebuild public confidence in the government. © Reuters

P PREM KUMAR, Nikkei staff writer

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia's new Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob on Friday unveiled a cabinet that leaves out key figures from his party who have been accused or found guilty of corruption.

Nearly a week after being sworn in as leader, Ismail Sabri selected a team of 31 ministers with no surprises, retaining much of the previous cabinet led by Muhyiddin Yassin.

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