Malaysia's Cabinet Approves 10-Year Term Limit for Prime Minister
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The Malaysian Cabinet has agreed to limit the Prime Minister's tenure to 10 years, aligning with international democratic practices.
The Malaysian Cabinet has approved a proposal to limit the Prime Minister's tenure to 10 years, aligning with international democratic practices. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said announced the decision, emphasizing its role in enhancing public confidence in the country's leadership institutions. The decision was reached during the Cabinet meeting on January 30, following comprehensive policy reviews and public consultations. Azalina stated that the government plans to table the necessary amendments to the Federal Constitution in the current Dewan Rakyat session to formalize the term limit. This initiative is part of the government's broader institutional reform agenda aimed at strengthening transparency and governance. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had previously indicated the government's intention to introduce legislation capping the Prime Minister's tenure at two full terms or 10 years. In early 2025, Anwar expressed support for the Democratic Action Party's (DAP) call to amend the Federal Constitution to implement this term limit, highlighting the importance of securing bipartisan support for the amendment.
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