KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 -- DAP national advisor Lim Guan Eng has called on party members to unite behind secretary-general Anthony Loke following a hotly contested party election yesterday that saw shifts in the party's power structure.

Lim, who came in 26th out for 30 in the Central Executive Committee (CEC) race, took to social media to express gratitude to his supporters and critics while reaffirming his commitment to strengthening the party.

"Many have expressed concern about all the news reports about me. Just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to all my supporters - and even to those who don't support me," he said.

He reiterated his congratulations to Loke, who was reappointed as secretary-general, and Gobind Singh Deo, who ...