Malaysia proposes term limit for prime minister

The draft was introduced after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced last month his plan to push for a two-term limit for the prime minister amid ongoing calls for improved governance and anti-corruption efforts.

Monday, February 23, 2026 18:01

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim speaks at an event in Kuala Lumpur. (Photo: XINHUA/VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) – The Malaysian government on February 23 submitted a draft law to restrict the prime minister’s tenure to a maximum of two terms, aiming to enhance accountability and curb the over-concentration of executive power.

In a statement on the matter last week, Anwar affirmed that if the bill is passed, he would be the first to comply with the regulation, arguing that a 10-year period is sufficient for those in office to carry out their responsibilities effectively.

Previously, the ruling Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition also included this provision in its 2022 election manifesto.

To be passed, the bill requires the approval of at least two-thirds of lawmakers, equivalent to 148 out of 222 seats in the House of Representatives./.

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