Malaysian PM announces dissolution of parliament

Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced on October 10 that parliament has been dissolved, paving the way for national elections to be held before the end of the year.
Malaysian PM announces dissolution of parliament ảnh 1Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob (Photo: AFP/VNA)
Kuala Lumpur (VNA) - Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail SabriYaakob announced on October 10 that parliament has been dissolved, paving theway for national elections to be held before the end of the year.

Speaking during a televised national address, Ismail Sabri said hesought consent from the King at noon on October 9 to dissolve parliament andhis request was accepted. 

The PM said that the stipulated dates for nomination day, polling dayand other related matters will be determined by the Election Commission. 

Anelection is not due until September 2023, but following the dissolutionof parliament, voters mustgo to the ballot within 60 days./.
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