Asfia: Uncertainty Over 17 New Sarawak State Seats as EC Remains Silent
Sarawak State Legislative Assembly Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar has expressed uncertainty regarding the confirmation of 17 new state seats in time for the upcoming state election. Despite the Assembly passing the relevant bill on July 7, 2025, the Election Commission (EC) has not indicated whether the delineation exercise will be completed before polls are called. Asfia highlighted that months have passed without clarification from the EC, noting that the matter cannot be reopened in the current session under Standing Order 32(3). He urged the EC to be dynamic and mindful of Sarawak's election preparations, criticizing the lack of representation from the ruling Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition within the commission. Asfia pointed out that the sole Sarawakian member of the EC is not affiliated with GPS, leaving the coalition without a voice in the body. The statement underscores growing tension between state authorities and the federal election body over logistical timelines and political representation ahead of the crucial vote.
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Asfia: Uncertainty Over 17 New Sarawak State Seats as EC Remains Silent
Sarawak State Legislative Assembly Speaker Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar has expressed uncertainty regarding the confirmation of 17 new state seats in time for the upcoming state election. Despite the Assembly passing the relevant bill on July 7, 2025, the Election Commission (EC) has not indicated whether the delineation exercise will be completed before polls are called. Asfia highlighted that months have passed without clarification from the EC, noting that the matter cannot be reopened in the current session under Standing Order 32(3). He urged the EC to be dynamic and mindful of Sarawak's election preparations, criticizing the lack of representation from the ruling Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition within the commission. Asfia pointed out that the sole Sarawakian member of the EC is not affiliated with GPS, leaving the coalition without a voice in the body. The statement underscores growing tension between state authorities and the federal election body over logistical timelines and political representation ahead of the crucial vote.
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