Proposal to lower senators’ minimum age to 25 to be raised in Cabinet
Youth and sports minister Dr Taufiq Johari says the suggestion is aimed at boosting youth representation in Parliament.
Dr Taufiq Johari, the Youth and Sports Minister, announced that a proposal to lower the minimum age for senators to 25 will be presented to the Cabinet. This move aims to increase youth representation in Parliament. Currently, senators must be at least 30 years old. The proposal is one of three suggestions discussed at a National Youth Consultative Meeting held at the International Youth Centre in Cheras.
The other proposals include limiting the number of consecutive terms an MP can serve and enhancing youth involvement in the renewable energy sector. Dr Johari informed reporters that responses have been received from relevant agencies and ministries, and a Cabinet note will be submitted at the upcoming Cabinet meeting. Additionally, his ministry is focusing on developing more capable young leaders, with hopes of cultivating future leaders.
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