Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim declared that Sabah and Sarawak will gain additional parliamentary representation. The announcement marks the first expansion of legislative seats for these states since 1993. Both East Malaysian states had formally requested more parliamentary positions during discussions about the 1963 Malaysia Agreement. The decision addresses longstanding calls for greater political representation in federal government.
Anwar advised that Sabah's State Legislative Assembly must dissolve by November 11. He urged political parties to maintain harmony and prevent conflicts that might damage national unity. The prime minister emphasized selecting qualified candidates regardless of their geographic origins. He described upcoming state elections as vital for residents to choose effective representatives.
The federal government allocated record development funding to Sabah under current leadership. Anwar approved RM39 million for flood prevention projects after visiting affected areas in Kota Kinabalu. Budget 2025 designated RM6.7 billion for Sabah's development programs. These investments aim to reduce economic disparities between East Malaysia and peninsular states.
Anwar advised that Sabah's State Legislative Assembly must dissolve by November 11. He urged political parties to maintain harmony and prevent conflicts that might damage national unity. The prime minister emphasized selecting qualified candidates regardless of their geographic origins. He described upcoming state elections as vital for residents to choose effective representatives.
The federal government allocated record development funding to Sabah under current leadership. Anwar approved RM39 million for flood prevention projects after visiting affected areas in Kota Kinabalu. Budget 2025 designated RM6.7 billion for Sabah's development programs. These investments aim to reduce economic disparities between East Malaysia and peninsular states.
