MCA urges bringing local council elections back to KL for better governance

MCA leaders mark CNY in Wilayah MCA and Kuala Lumpur Hawkers and Petty Traders Association celebration in Jalan Petaling, Kuala Lumpur. From left: MCA vice-president Datuk Seri Wee Jeck Seng, MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong, association president Datuk Seri Ang Say Tee, and MCA Bukit Bintang chairman Datuk Ng Chin.

KUALA LUMPUR: As the city develops, reinstating local council elections is crucial for better governance and service delivery, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

The MCA president noted that Kuala Lumpur lacks state assemblymen and elected city councillors, stressing that MPs and councillors serve other distinct roles.