High bar for new Senate president, pundits say

PETALING JAYA: Expectations are high of the soon-to-be appointed Dewan Negara president to be an exemplary leader who plays an effective role in improving the quality of Senate sittings, say politicians and analysts.

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim said the new Dewan Negara head should be respected and not be seen as a rubber stamp for the government of the day.