Ismail Sabri Announces Dissolution Of Parliament, Paving The Way For GE15
The announcement was made after the premier received the approval of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.
By Sabrina Zainal — 10 Oct 2022, 04:12 PM
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced the dissolution of Parliament, which takes effect today, paving the way for the 15th General Election (GE15) to be held
The special address was broadcast live across national television stations at 3pm today, after obtaining the approval of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.
"This is to inform you that yesterday afternoon, I went before His Majesty, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, and submitted a request letter to His Majesty regarding the dissolution of Parliament," he said.
"In line with Article 40(2)(b) and Article 55(2) of the Federal Constitution, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong has approved my request to dissolve Parliament today, Monday, October 10, 2022.
"I recommend the heads of state governments, except Sabah, Sarawak, Melaka, and Johor, to take appropriate action and dissolve their respective legislative assemblies on the same date as the parliamentary general election.
"It should be implemented simultaneously to ensure that the people are not burdened, in addition to the smoothness of the democratic process and to save costs."
With the announcement, the nation will go to the polls within 60 days
The dates for nominations, polling, and other related matters will be decided by the Election Commission (EC).
"The people's mandate is a powerful antidote for the country to achieve political stability and create a strong, stable, and respected government after GE15," he added.
