Different views on King’s power on Parliament dissolution


Work in comfort: Istana Negara staff bringing chairs for members of the media amid the political crisis.

PETALING JAYA: With the political situation continuing to be unsettled, questions have arisen whether the Yang di-Pertuan Agong has the power to call for a snap election.

There are differing views by legal experts on the power of the King with regards to the dissolution of Parliament.

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