Pengerusi PKR Perak Hairul Amir angkat sumpah senator

PKR Perak's deputy leader, Hairul Amir Sabri, took the oath of office as a new Senator on Friday at a ceremony at the Dewan Negara. Hairul, 38, will represent the state for a three-year term from 10 September 2023 to 9 September 2029. He replaced Amanah Deputy President Mujahid Yusof, whose term ended on 24 May. Hairul was chosen from the list of candidates presented by Penang Chief Minister Saarani Mohamad.

Speaking at the ceremony, Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah, the Speaker of the Dewan Negara, highlighted Hairul's experience in political leadership, public administration, government relations, community development, and corporate governance. These skills, he said, will add value to the debates and proceedings of the Dewan Negara. The Speaker also noted that Hairul's involvement in non-partisan bodies, government-linked companies, and as a free auditor and board member for a private sector undertaking will further broaden his experience in governance, management, accountability, and integrity.

He emphasized that while they may have differing viewpoints, these differences must be expressed with utmost wisdom, humility, and mutual respect. Awang Bemee also stated that the Dewan Negara will continue to play a crucial role in strengthening the Malaysian Parliament, including through the implementation of the Parliamentary Services Act 2025.

This law aims to strengthen the principle of separation of powers and enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and fairness of Parliament's scrutiny and balance functions. The Speaker believes that these steps are essential for the Parliament's autonomy and standing in the nation's democratic system, enabling it to function effectively, independently, and with integrity.

According to the parliamentary calendar, the Dewan Negara's session for the 3rd session of the 15th Parliament's Third Term will begin on 30 November and end on 22 December.