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PM Term Limit Bill Fails
The constitutional amendment to limit the Prime Minister's tenure to 10 years failed in the Dewan Rakyat after falling short of the required two-thirds majority by 2 votes.
Last updated at Mar 3, 2026
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🔥 Bill Rejected In Parliament, Short Two Votes
The constitutional amendment to cap the Prime Minister's term at 10 years failed to pass in Parliament. The bill required a two-thirds majority of 148 votes but only secured 146, leading to significant disappointment among MADANI government backbenchers who supported the reform.
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🔥 Accountability Over Absenteeism
DAP has urged voters to hold Members of Parliament who were absent during the crucial voting session accountable. The party emphasised that the absence of several representatives led to the failure of a major reform intended to prevent future power concentration.
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🔥 Rafizi Denies Skipping
Economic Minister Rafizi Ramli has dismissed claims that he intentionally skipped the PM term limit vote. He clarified that while the bill failed, he remains firmly committed to broader constitutional reforms to improve the democratic structure of the nation.
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🔥 Amirudin Praises Anwar's Bold Move
Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari praised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for taking a bold step by proposing the tenure limit. He described it as a collective reform effort and expressed regret that the historic amendment was missed by only 2 votes.
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🗣️ MPs Explain Absence In Vote
The Member of Parliament for Bukit Gantang explained that he deliberately did not vote because he wants Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to remain in power longer. He argued that Anwar is doing a good job and should not be restricted by a tenure cap.
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📜 Constitutional Role Protected
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reassured Parliament that the 10-year cap would not diminish the role of the Agong or the power of the Dewan Rakyat to express confidence. Law Minister Azalina Othman also clarified that a term limit does not end a political career.
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⚖️ Orderly Power Transition
Backbenchers argued that the proposed tenure cap was essential to ensure an orderly transition of power and prevent the concentration of authority. Despite the failure, supporters noted that the bill was drafted with full respect for the Malay Rulers.
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