Keyword: "Malaysian Parliament"

Speaking before the Malaysian Parliament, PM Ibrahim said the situation along the border remains under control, although some tension-inducing elements still persist.

Malaysia has been under a state of emergency since January 12 until August 1 due to COVID-19. Parliament sittings are not allowed to take place during the emergency. The country's opposition has since called for parliament to be reconvened to allow discussion and bilateral cooperation on the pandemic response

The Malaysian parliament may convene during the emergency period as approved by the country’s King, according to a palace statement on February 24.

The Malaysian Parliament recently passed the Road Transport (Amendment) Bill 2020, which provides a heftier penalty for driving under the influence of alcohol.

The first sitting of the Parliament of Malaysia expected to open on March 9 will be postponed till May 18, according to local media.

The Dewan Negara – the upper house of the Malaysian Parliament – has approved the Supply Bill (Budget) 2020, which has allocated 297 billion RM for the year’s expenditure.