KUALA LUMPUR: Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) supreme council member Datuk Ahmad Ibrahim (pic) was sworn in as a senator for a second term on Wednesday (July 23).
He took the oath of office before Dewan Negara president Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah.
Ahmad was reappointed by the Sarawak state legislative assembly for a three-year term, effective today and running until July 22, 2028.
Previously, Ahmad, 55, served as a senator from July 22, 2022, until July 21 this year.
Meanwhile, Awang Bemee, in his speech, welcomed Ahmad’s reappointment and reminded all senators to remain well-informed on current issues, while upholding the principles and responsibilities of the Dewan Negara as the country’s highest legislative body.
At a press conference after the ceremony, Ahmad said that his reappointment was a mandate to continue defending the rights and privileges of Sarawak, within the framework of the Federal Constitution and the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63).
The Kanowit native pledged to carry out the trust placed in him with greater determination, enthusiasm and dedication, supported by fellow members of the Senate.
"Let us continue to move forward, not merely as a voice of protest, but as a voice of hope - not to divide, but to strengthen unity.
"It is not only about defending Sarawak’s place in Malaysia, but also about shaping the future of the nation, with a strong and resolute Sarawakian voice as its backbone,” he said. - Bernama
