‘Emergency can be declared’


CYBERJAYA: In the event of major floods during the general election, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong can declare an Emergency to postpone voting, say experts.

Election analyst Dr G. Manimaran said there was the possibility that voting could be postponed if floods occur.

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