On 14th August 2023, Dato Seri Lee Kah Choon sent a congratulatory message on my swearing in as Chief Minister for the second term.
He also expressed his readiness to relinquish any or all the positions held by him, namely Board Member of Invest Penang, Penang Development Corporation and Penang Hill Corporation.
On 26th September 2023, I informed Dato Seri Lee Kah Choon that he has been replaced as director of PDC following a new appointment to the said Board.
On 27th September 2023, Dato Seri Lee replied that he understood the situation.
Dato Seri Lee had shared with me even before the general election that he wishes to spend time to focus on his private interests.
On 2nd October 2023, I received from Dato Seri Lee, a letter of resignation as the Special Investment Advisor to the Chief Minister of Penang with a one-month notice.
Dato Seri Lee also tendered his resignation as Board Member of Invest Penang.
On behalf of the Penang State Government, I wish to record our greatest appreciation to Dato Seri Lee Kah Choon for his significant contribution to the development of the state of Penang.