Special Panel Needed to Study Sabah, Sarawak MP Increase Plan

A comprehensive study is needed to assess plans for increasing the number of Members of Parliament from Sabah and Sarawak, a federal minister said, emphasising the importance of determining when such changes could be rolled out. The proposal forms part of broader discussions on electoral representation in the two East Malaysian states, which have long advocated for greater parliamentary presence relative to their populations. Setting up a special panel would allow policymakers to examine the technical, administrative and constitutional aspects of the expansion, ensuring any implementation is properly planned and executed. The move reflects ongoing efforts by the federal government to address long-standing concerns raised by Sabah and Sarawak regarding their representation in Parliament. Officials have indicated that such an undertaking requires careful consideration of multiple factors before proceeding, underscoring the complexity of revising parliamentary seat allocations across the country.