KUALA LUMPUR – His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim today accepted Dato’ Sri Azalina Othman Said, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform), for an audience in the capital.
The meeting centred on current legislative matters and ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and institutional reforms aimed at curbing corruption.
During the briefing, Azalina outlined the government’s reform agenda, which includes constitutional amendments expected to begin in February.
Among the proposals are the separation of powers between the Attorney General and Public Prosecutor, a two-term limit for the Prime Minister, the introduction of a Freedom of Information Act, and the establishment of an Ombudsman Act.
These measures are intended to reinforce transparency and accountability within Malaysia’s political and administrative framework.
Sultan Ibrahim emphasised that the supremacy of the Constitution and the rule of law must always be preserved and defended.
His Majesty noted that these principles, enshrined in the Rukun Negara, are vital to maintaining public confidence in the integrity of government institutions.
“The people have the right to feel disappointed when the authorities are found to be abusing their positions and being corrupt,” he said.
The King’s remarks come amid heightened public concern over corruption scandals and governance issues.
Lately, His Majesty has also reminded civil servants and military leaders to uphold integrity and reject corruption, describing it as the “main enemy” of credibility in national institutions.
Azalina’s audience with the Agong reflects the administration’s commitment to ensuring reforms are aligned with constitutional principles.
Her ministry has been tasked with spearheading institutional changes that aim to restore trust in Malaysia’s democratic processes.
The upcoming parliamentary session is expected to be pivotal, with debates on the royal address likely to set the stage for reform legislation.
The meeting underscores the monarchy’s role in safeguarding constitutional values while supporting government initiatives to strengthen governance.
Sultan Ibrahim’s firm stance against corruption resonates strongly with the public, reinforcing the urgency of reforms that can rebuild confidence in Malaysia’s institutions.
