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Conference of Rulers deliberates PM term limits, AG-PP separation and Child Act amendments
Malaysia's Conference of Rulers discusses PM term limits, AG-PP roles and Child Act changes.
In brief
Malaysia's Conference of Rulers discusses PM term limits, AG-PP roles and Child Act changes. Malaysia's Conference of Rulers debated constitutional amendments to limit the Prime Minister's tenure and separate Attorney-General and Public Prosecutor roles. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Conference of Rulers meeting
Malaysia's Conference of Rulers held two-day meeting at Istana Negara to discuss constitutional amendments.
PM term limits proposal
The Conference deliberated on a consultation paper to limit the Prime Minister's tenure under Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026.
AG-PP separation plan
The Conference also reviewed Constitution (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2026 to separate Attorney-General and Public Prosecutor roles.
Child Act amendments
Proposed changes to Section 97 of the Child Act 2001 were discussed at the meeting.
Security and defense updates
Inspector-General of Police and Chief of Defence Force presented briefings on national security and defense matters.
Other discussions
The meeting also covered appointments for a Special Court judge and new dates for future meetings in 2027.
At a glance
Malaysia's Conference of Rulers debated constitutional amendments to limit the Prime Minister's tenure and separate Attorney-General and Public Prosecutor roles.
