Negri Sembilan assembly sitting without ruler's consent could trigger constitutional crisis – analyst
SEREMBAN: Plans to convene the Negri Sembilan state assembly on Nov 26 without the consent of Yang di-Pertuan Besar Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir could trigger a serious constitutional and administrative crisis, a constitutional law expert has warned.
Analyst Dr Muhamad Fuad Abdul Karim warned that convening the Negri Sembilan state assembly on November 26 without the consent of the ruler, Tuanku Muhriz, could lead to a serious constitutional and administrative crisis. He explained that there is a legal difference between an official opening ceremony and the need for royal consent.
While the assembly could proceed without Tuanku Muhriz physically officiating the opening, the absence of formal consent would render the sitting invalid. The planned session is set to take place on November 26, with the 2027 state Budget to be presented the following day. However, the state government has yet to secure Tuanku Muhriz's consent, following his April 19 proclamation's recognition as valid.
Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim stated that the government would proceed with the original plan to hold the session on November 26, followed by the 2027 state Budget presentation. If the assembly proceeds without addressing the constitutional issues, it could disrupt various aspects of the state government's functions and operations.
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