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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed his government's commitment to implementing the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly redelineation, which would increase the chamber from 82 to 99 seats. The EC has been tasked with delivering an updated progress report.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the Election Commission to produce a fresh assessment of Sarawak's proposal to increase its state assembly from 82 to 99 seats, a move that could reshape East Malaysian electoral dynamics.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has indicated willingness to hold a referendum on electoral reform, creating fresh tensions within his coalition government months before the next general election.
The Election Commission will study a proposal to grant postal voting rights to approximately 27,000 auxiliary police officers stationed across Malaysia's strategic facilities and critical infrastructure sectors.
Malaysia's Election Commission is conducting an extensive review of domestic postal voting proposals covering all regions, with findings anticipated by 2025. The government also signals openness to parliamentary oversight of electoral affairs.
Barisan Nasional is leveraging lessons from past electoral disappointments to reshape its campaign strategy and rebuild public confidence, particularly ahead of crucial Johor contests.