Biography
Chow Kon Yeow is a Malaysian politician and journalist who has served as the 5th Chief Minister of Penang since May 2018, Member of the Penang State Legislative Assembly for Padang Kota since March 2008, and Member of Parliament for Batu Kawan since November 2022. He is a member of the Democratic Action Party (DAP).
Seats held (2)
Electoral track record
| Year | Party | Votes | % | Majority | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-PRN6 | DAP | 8,261 | — | — | Won |
| 2023 | PH | 8,261 | 87.83% | — | Won |
| 2022 | DAP | 50,744 | 73.72% | — | Won |
Parliamentary activity
From 249 Dewan Rakyat sittings35%
Attendance
88
Present
161
Absent / leave
39
Times spoken
Recent sittings
- 3 Mar 2026· Sitting 20Present
- 2 Mar 2026· Sitting 19
Connections (364)
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News mentions
Penang recognises media as frontline defence against fake news - The Sun Malaysia
Penang recognises media as frontline defence against fake news.
Why you’re seeing this: Mentions Chow Kon Yeow
Google News · Chow Kon Yeow·6h agoEN90%Neutral
Read more Penang Future Foundation scholarship applications open from July 15 - The Star
Penang Future Foundation scholarship applications will open on July 15, as reported by The Star.
Why you’re seeing this: Mentions Chow Kon Yeow
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