Recognition should be given to both mechanisms.

The former mirrors cabinet, latter works under parliamentary framework.

It’s the best avenue to monitor every ministry’s performance, he says.

Bersatu sec-gen says the committees aim to check and balance the government.

Let's look at 8 pertinent questions on the opposition's shadow cabinet. 

It’s a step forward to empowering Dewan rakyat and democracy.

Wong points out lack of Chinese, Indians.

Muhyiddin will serve as ‘PN MPs chief', with Hadi as deputy. 

PN also wants to head parliamentary select committees, says PAS info chief. 

Shadow cabinet is needed to present alternative policies to the people, says Wilfred Madius.

We must work hard to offer better policies, says Wilfred Madius Tangau.

A delay in shadow cabinet formation may simply mean another manifesto, with hastily patched up promises that voters cannot trust.

'The experience we gained in the 22 months as the state government can help us to play our roles more effectively.'

'The parliamentary opposition leader in a parliamentary democracy is meant to organise the main opposition as the government’s shadow.'

This is especially for matters requiring a constitutional amendment and two-thirds support in Parliament.