Redelineation started, no deadline given

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil confirmed Sarawak's electoral boundary review has begun but refused to commit to completing it before the next state election.

“We (the federal government) will make every effort. The process is already in place and has begun.”

Election Commission still working details

The EC said it needs to settle several matters before announcing when the issue will go to Cabinet for decision.

Anwar promises more seats for Borneo

The Prime Minister agreed to increase parliamentary representation for Sabah and Sarawak beyond current levels, in line with the Malaysia Agreement 1963.

Constitutional changes will be needed

Anwar said the decision to boost Sabah and Sarawak's representation will require amendments to the Federal Constitution.

Review depends on constitution amendments

EC chairman Ramlan Harun said the boundary review will proceed subject to changes being made to the Federal Constitution first.

Still at stage four of sixteen

The EC told a public session that the redelineation process involves 16 stages under the Federal Constitution and is currently at the fourth stage.

Public feedback open until September 30

The proposed boundaries are on public display until September 30. Anyone opposing the recommendations can submit representations during this period.