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Azalina Confident AG-Prosecutor Separation Bill Will Gain Cross-Party Support

Law Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said believes the proposed constitutional amendment to separate the attorney-general and public prosecutor roles will obtain backing from both government and opposition members of Parliament.

By Rohaya Daud · 26 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia Seeks Bipartisan Backing For Landmark Judicial Separation Bill

Malaysia's government is pursuing cross-party support for a constitutional amendment to separate the roles of Attorney-General and Public Prosecutor, framing the reform as essential to strengthening judicial independence and democratic institutions.

By Rohaya Daud · 26 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

MPs Push for Stronger Parliament Role in Appointing Public Prosecutor, Signalling Constitutional Tensions

Multiple PKR lawmakers are demanding that parliament gain substantive vetting authority over public prosecutor appointments, marking a significant push for parliamentary oversight in Malaysia's governance structure.

By Rohaya Daud · 23 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

PM To Have No Say In Public Prosecutor Appointment Under Constitutional Reform Bill

Malaysia's proposed constitutional reforms would remove the Prime Minister from Public Prosecutor appointments, instead vesting power in the Judicial and Legal Service Commission with parliamentary oversight and a fixed seven-year term.

By Rohaya Daud · 22 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Constitutional Overhaul: Separating Attorney-General and Public Prosecutor Roles Returns to Parliamentary Spotlight

The Dewan Rakyat has reconvened with a significant constitutional amendment on the agenda that would split the attorney-general and public prosecutor positions, marking a pivotal moment in Malaysia's governance structure.

By Rohaya Daud · 21 Jun 2026 · 4 min read